The Myo Spotlight: Screening for Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders in Dental Patients

Webinar Highlights:

Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) may impact growth of the jaw, breathing, swallowing, sleep, and more. Common causes include ankyloglossia (tongue tie), restricted airways, soft and processed diets, and prolonged thumb-sucking habits. Dental professionals play a critical role in screening patients and recommending a functional assessment if needed. Treatment is highly individualized, and a collaborative team approach will help to facilitate the most successful outcomes.
1. Introduce concepts related to Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders, including the importance of oral resting postures
2. Learn how to identify red flags associated with OMDs
3. Understand the role of orofacial myofunctional therapy for ankyloglossia (tongue tie)

About our Speaker: Tina has been working as a Speech-Language Pathologist for over 20 years. She is certified by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and she has received three ASHA ACE Awards (Award for Continuing Education). She is licensed in Rhode Island and Virginia and registered as an out-of-state telehealth provider for Florida. She has a private practice specializing in the treatment of Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) for children and adults, and she has specialized training in tethered oral tissues. She is passionate about raising awareness of OMDs, and she values a collaborative interdisciplinary approach.