Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

Myofunctional Therapy at Practical Speech

If you’re searching for orofacial myofunctional therapy in Philadelphia, you’re likely dealing with mouth breathing, tongue thrust, orthodontic relapse, TMJ symptoms, snoring, or chronic facial tension.

At Practical Speech, I provide structured, in-person therapy for adults with a clear focus: airway, oral rest posture, and long-term stability.

If you’ve been referred for a orofacial myology or an IAOM-trained myofunctional therapist, you’re in the right place.

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What Is Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy?

Orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) retrains the muscles of the tongue, lips, cheeks, and jaw to support:

Nasal breathing
Proper tongue posture
Efficient swallowing
Balanced facial muscle tone
Orthodontic stability

When oral rest posture is low or inconsistent, it affects breathing, dentition, jaw comfort, and sleep quality.

Orofacial myology is not random exercises. It is structured neuromuscular retraining rooted in anatomy and functional habit change.

Who Is This For?

You or your child may benefit if you/they experience:

Mouth breathing
Tongue thrust
Orthodontic relapse
Open bite or spacing
TMJ discomfort
Snoring or airway concerns
Forward head posture
Lip incompetence
Persistent oral habits

I regularly provide adult myofunctional therapy for patients in orthodontic treatment, preparing for surgery, or working to protect prior orthodontic results.

Why Work With Practical Speech?

If you’re looking for a myofunctional therapy provider with clinical depth and structure, here’s what matters:

IAOM-informed framework
Direct collaboration with orthodontists, dentists, and ENTs
Clear baseline measures and progress tracking
In-person sessions for precise cueing
A home program that is realistic and accountable

This is focused, disciplined therapy designed for lasting change.

What Does Treatment Target?

Orofacial myofunctional herapy targets

Consistent nasal breathing
Stable tongue posture
Lip competence
Efficient swallow mechanics
Reduced compensatory tension

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this speech therapy?

I am a speech-language pathologist, but this service targets oral muscle function and posture. Some patients also need speech therapy; many do not.

Are sessions in person?

Yes. In-person sessions allow for accurate motor learning and hands-on cueing.

How do I start?

Schedule a free 15-minute consultation. If we’re a good fit, we move to a comprehensive evaluation.

What to Expect

Free 15-Minute Consultation

A brief call to review symptoms and determine fit at no cost.

Comprehensive Evaluation

Detailed history, airway and breathing screening, oral rest posture assessment, swallowing analysis, functional movement screening, and habit review.

Individualized Treatment Plan

Typically weekly or biweekly sessions, including coordination with other providers when needed

Focused, High-yield Lessons

1:1 work and feedback.

Home Practice Designed for Carryover

Daily exercises are essential for progress.
The goal is stability, not short-term improvement. We taper strategically to ensure patterns hold without constant prompting.

Investment

Comprehensive Evaluation for Adults: $360

Follow-Up Sessions: $165 - $195

Practical Speech is a private-pay practice. This model allows for unhurried, one-on-one adult sessions and individualized treatment planning without insurance restrictions or session caps.

For clients who wish to use out-of-network (OON) benefits, we partner with Thrizer, a service that submits claims to your insurance on your behalf and helps streamline reimbursement.

Clear pricing. No surprise billing. No pre-authorization delays.

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