Improving your life, energy levels, and well-being by teaching correct nasal breathing, lip seal, tongue position, and oral phase swallowing patterns through daily exercises and awareness.
How it works
First you can schedule a quick 15 minute phone consult or a comprehensive evaluation done through telehealth.
You can expect 60-90 minutes for your comprehensive evaluation where we will discuss your medical history, early childhood, and habits- past and present. As well as what myofunctional therapy is and how it can help you.
Sessions after that will take 25-45 minutes every two weeks for 6-9 months. Sessions are done through telehealth which many find to be more convenient. You will need to do several minutes of exercises every day to get the best outcomes. Therapy does not work unless you put in the effort.
Your Personalized Path to Progress
Many parts of Myofunctional Therapy involves other health care practitioners to achieve lasting results. I will help guide you to find the right providers for your unique needs. Other providers may include dentists, orthodontists, oral surgeons, ENT physician, sleep specialists, physical therapist, and various bodyworkers.
What Clients are saying
Meet
Annette Dennis
I have worked in the dental field for over 10 years, with seven years dedicated to practicing as a Dental Hygienist. My passion for prevention and how much orofacial dysfunction I’ve seen has led me to pursue advanced training in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy. Myofunctional therapy has helped me eliminate my exercise induced asthma and need for an inhaler, which I am very thankful for. I am deeply committed to improving lives and preventing airway issues in children, and improving airway issues in adults. Looking ahead, I am eager to continue expanding my expertise and making a positive impact in this specialized area through continued education. There is so much to learn!
Outside of work, I enjoy staying active through running, hiking, and playing the trumpet. I recently discovered a passion for CrossFit, which has become a rewarding part of my routine. At home, I enjoy time with my husband, our 12-year-old puppy, Lilly, and now our 12 chickens.
Start your Journey to wellness.
Schedule a quick 15 minute phone consult or a 60-90 minute comprehensive evaluation.
FAQ
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Choose either a quick 15 minute phone consult or jump right in with a 60-90 minute comprehensive evaluation. Comprehensive evaluations are conducted via telehealth.
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The 15 minute phone consult is free.
Cost of a comprehensive evaluation is $100 per person.
Therapy Packages:
Full Therapy Package (children 7 years + and adults): This package generally incudes 12-15 therapy sessions and check-ins.
Cost: $1500 - $1800
Mini Myo Package: (children 4-6 years) This package generally includes 3-6 therapy sessions and check-ins.
Cost: $375 - 750
I rarely work with children under 4.
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Yes!
If siblings have similar therapeutic needs, and can attend therapy sessions at the same time, I will usually apply a 50% discount for the second child. Sessions may be slightly longer than 25-45 minutes and are limited to two children at a time. Once in a while I will make exceptions, but find that too many in a session is not ideal.
Each child will need a separate comprehensive evaluation to determine if grouping therapy will successful.
I have found that young children tend to do better with parental involvement. Therefore, I also include a myo kit and expect one parent to attend all sessions at no extra cost. These sessions will revolve more around the child’s needs. If the parent has more involved needs, we can discuss a discount on a case by case basis.
If many children in a family need therapy, discounts and how many participants to a session will be determined on a case by case basis.
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A myo kit has all the tools needed for therapy and exercises given. Not everyone will use every tool in the kit. However, everything will be shipped to you, and it is important you keep track of these items. Replacement kits are $30.
I also include either one Myo Munchee or one REMplenish Myo-Nozzle at no additional cost with original myo kit.
If a Munchee or a Nozzle needs to be replaced, you will need to purchase one from the company’s website. If a parent is participating with a child with an included myo kit, their kit will not have the Munchee or Nozzel. You may purchase one from their website if you choose to.
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The expected duration of therapy depends on your specific and individualized needs. You can expect therapy for children 7+ and adults to last 6-9 months. Therapy may be extended beyond 1 year if exercises are not completed as directed.
The expected duration for children 4-6 years old last 3-6 months.
Occasionally breaks in therapy are needed due to surgeries, expanders, and other therapeutic modalities.
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No.
Phone screens are too small to see and understand the exercises given. I require either a computer or lap top with a webcam. Tablets can work if needed, but are less idea.
I also require that you and/or your child are sitting upright and focused during sessions. Our body is all connected, and it is important to have good posture while doing exercises.