Comprehensive Speech & Language Assessment
This evaluation identifies communication strengths and areas for support in both children and adults. It guides personalized treatment by assessing the following areas:

*. What’s Included:
Speech Sounds: Clarity and accuracy of sound production (articulation, phonological awareness).

*. Language Skills:
Receptive: Understanding language (e.g., following directions).
Expressive: Using language (e.g., vocabulary, sentence structure).
Social Communication: Using language in conversations, understanding social cues and humor.
Voice: Pitch, volume, and quality (e.g., hoarseness or strain).
Fluency: Smoothness of speech and signs of stuttering.
Cognitive Skills: Memory, organization, problem-solving in communication.
Auditory Processing: Understanding and responding to spoken information.
Non-Verbal Skills: Gestures, facial expressions, and eye contact.
Functional Communication: Using communication in daily life (e.g., making requests, asking for help).

An orofacial myofunctional assessment identifies the presence and severity of tethered oral tissues and evaluates the functional impact in the following areas:
*. Oral Rest Posture/Airway Support: Assesses tongue resting position (palate vs. floor of mouth) and lip posture (closed vs. open at rest), with attention to the effects of mouth breathing.
*. Sleep-Disordered Breathing: Screens for signs indicating a compromised airway during sleep.
*. Speech: Evaluates articulation, particularly errors that may be influenced by oral structure and function.
*. Feeding: Identifies food sensitivities and dysfunctional chewing and swallowing patterns.

Treatment protocols pre- and post-release are established to:
*. Address any orofacial compensations causing misalignment, pain, tension, and incorrect patterning.
*. Strengthen the tongue, lips, and cheeks to ensure optimal function after release.
*. Prevent reattachment of tissues.

Book a Myofunctional Therapy Consultation
-We offer personalized phone consultations to review your history and determine how our services can best support your needs.

-Our adult myofunctional therapy assessments focus on orofacial structure and function, especially in relation to:
*. TMJD (jaw pain, clicking, bruxism)
* Sleep-disordered breathing (snoring, apnea, mouth breathing)
*. Oral posture and muscle function

-What’s Covered:
*. Medical, dental, and sleep history
* Orthodontic and surgical history
*. Symptoms like clenching, grinding, fatigue, or nasal congestion

-What to Expect:
*. We’ll review your concerns, health background, and goals to determine the best next steps.

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A myofunctional assessment is a comprehensive evaluation of the muscles and functions of the mouth, face, and throat. When specifically focused on issues such as TMJ (temporomandibular joint dysfunction), sleep-disordered breathing, chronic pain, and tongue thrust, the assessment aims to uncover the underlying imbalances in oral and facial muscles that may contribute to or exacerbate the following conditions:

*. Chronic headaches or neck pain
*. Mouth breathing and poor sleep
*. Relapse of orthodontic work
*. Difficulty with swallowing or speech

1. Assess articulation patterns that involve sound errors, such as substitutions. distortions and omissions.

2. The proper production of speech sounds relies heavily on the coordination and strength of orofacial muscles, which include the lips, tongue, and jaw. Evaluating these muscle functions is essential for identifying the underlying causes of sound errors.
*. Muscle Strength: Weakness in these muscles can lead to difficulties in articulating certain sounds. For instance, a weak tongue might struggle to produce sounds that require precise placement, such as “t” or “d.”
*. Coordination: The ability to coordinate muscle movements is crucial for fluent speech. Poor coordination might manifest as inconsistent speech errors, where the same sound is produced differently in various contexts.
*. Range of Motion: Limited movement of the jaw or tongue can also hinder sound production. For example, if a child has restricted tongue mobility, they may struggle to articulate sounds like “l” or “r.”

A pre-procedure myofunctional therapy appointment for a frenectomy is a pivotal session designed to prepare the patient for optimal recovery and results. During this visit, the therapist educates the patient on the importance of myofunctional therapy in enhancing oral function both before and after frenectomy. A personalized therapy plan is developed, introducing gentle exercises that focus on improving tongue mobility, lip strength, and nasal breathing. These exercises are crucial for preparing the oral tissues for the upcoming procedure and ensuring a smoother recovery. Patients are encouraged to practice these exercises consistently, as this routine will foster muscle memory and aid in post-operative healing. This session is also an opportunity to set clear and achievable goals for therapy, aligning expectations with the patient’s commitment level.

After a frenectomy, attending a myofunctional therapy appointment is essential for restoring optimal function and achieving long-term benefits. During this session, the therapist will first assess your current orofacial abilities, focusing on form and function for oral rest, breathing, speech, swallowing, and range of motion. This comprehensive evaluation provides a baseline from which a tailored treatment plan can be developed, ensuring the establishment of correct orofacial patterning post-procedure.

The therapist will guide you through specific exercises designed to strengthen and retrain your tongue, lips, and cheeks. These exercises aim to improve oral posture, speech, and swallowing patterns. The plan is customized to your unique needs, ensuring you feel guided and supported.

Curious about how our Cogmed Working Memory Training program can support your child’s focus, attention, and executive functioning?

Schedule a complimentary 15-minute consultation to learn more about this evidence-based brain training program designed to improve working memory, organization, and self-regulation. During this brief call, we will:

Introduce the Cogmed program and how it supports cognitive development

Explain how the training integrates with speech and myofunctional therapy

Review program structure, including at-home sessions and therapist check-ins

Answer your initial questions and help determine if it’s a good fit for your family

This consultation is ideal for parents seeking targeted support for attention, memory, or executive function challenges. We’re here to guide you every step of the way.