An integrated approach to Wellness that solves oral and facial dysfunction.
Find relief and realize full function of the mouth and tongue with personalized myofunctional therapy programs for you and your family.
Are you or your children experiencing difficulties with crowded teeth, snoring, fatigue, sore jaws, or mouth breathing? These challenges can be overwhelming, but relief is within reach. At OMT of Kentucky, personalized attention and care are available to help you and your family find the comfort and function you deserve.
What is Myofunctional Therapy?
Myofunctional therapy is a type of exercise-based therapy that focuses on retraining the muscles of the face, mouth, and tongue to function properly. It helps improve breathing, chewing, speech, posture, and even sleep—by encouraging healthy habits and muscle patterns.
Myofunctional therapy can be helpful for:
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Mouth breathing
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Tongue thrust
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Sleep-disordered breathing (like snoring or sleep apnea)
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Orthodontic issues or relapse
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Tongue tie
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TMJ/TMD discomfort
Myofunctional therapy has roots dating back to the early 1900s, when a dentist named Dr. Alfred Rogers began noticing the connection between facial muscles and dental development. Over time, the field expanded through research in dentistry, speech-language pathology, and sleep medicine.
Today, it's recognized around the world as a key piece in treating many oral and airway-related concerns—especially when working alongside other professionals like ENTs, orthodontists, and speech therapists.
Discover the transformative benefits for you.
Improved Breathing Patterns
Enhanced Sleep Quality
Habit Elimination for Children
Struggling with Mouth and Tongue Issues?
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By choosing OMT of Kentucky, you're opting for personalized attention from a dedicated practitioner who understands you and your family's unique needs. With a commitment to improving overall well-being, you'll experience a tailored approach that addresses concerns effectively. Let's work together toward enhancing your quality of life through expert guidance and care.
Meet Melissa Sheffel
Passionate about transforming client care in Northern Kentucky.
Melissa Sheffel, a Northern Kentucky native and University of Cincinnati graduate, brings over 25 years of dental experience to OMT of Kentucky LLC. Inspired by personal experiences and a commitment to high standards of care, Melissa is dedicated to enhancing the community's wellness through personalized Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy. When not at the office, she enjoys exploring local eateries and spending time outdoors with family.
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Are Fussiness and Poor Feeding with a New Baby Causing Frustration?
Let's understand why, getting to the bottom of an issue like a tongue tie involves discussion and thought. Partnering with your current lactation consultant or doctor allows OMT of Kentucky to have time to get to know you and your baby pre and post tongue tie release.
Discover Your Path to Better Function and Wellness.
Addressing concerns related to airway, tongue movement and function, sleep disordered breathing and childhood habits that effect growth can change the path of wellness for an individual long term. Eliminating the impact of poor dysfunction decreases chances of systemic problems for clients.