Myofunctional

(And why this Seemingly Small Detail Can Make a BIG Difference) If you’ve ever watched your child zone out on the couch, mouth slightly open, tongue kind of “hanging out” in the bottom of the mouth and thought “Is that… normal?”, you’re not alone. Tongue resting posture is one of those small details that doesn’t […]

A Parent-Friendly Guide by The Mouth Rehab Introduction: Why We Need to Talk About Boogers Every parent knows the endless booger wipe. It’s part of childhood, but congestion isn’t just about comfort. When kids can’t breathe well through their nose, they often switch to mouth breathing, and that shift can affect growth, sleep, and even

Mouth breathing is often overlooked as a harmless habit. Many parents may shrug off their child sleeping with their mouth open, and adults may not think twice about their own tendency to breathe through their mouths. But while mouth breathing might be common, it can trigger a domino effect of issues impacting health, development, and

Oral habits like thumb sucking or pacifier use are common in young children for providing comfort and soothing. However, when these habits persist beyond a certain age, they can negatively impact dental development, speech patterns, eating and overall oral health. Traditional oral habit elimination programs are often recommended to help break these habits, but many

Understanding Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) are conditions that affect the muscles and functions of the face and mouth. These disorders can interfere with the normal growth, development, and function of the orofacial structures. They can occur at any age, from infancy to adulthood, and often coexist with other speech, breathing, swallowing