What is Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy?

Orofacial – oro·FAY·shul: relating to the mouth and face.

Myofunctional therapy is used to correct the improper function of the tongue and facial muscles by teaching how to engage the muscles in the appropriate position.

OMT is highly effective therapy (similar to physical therapy) that improves a variety of problems with breathing, bite and posture of the mouth and face. It may benefit adults and children with:

Sleep apnea & snoring
Headaches
Speech problems and tongue thrusting in children
GERD or bloating & stomach pain
TMJ & neck pain
Breathing problems
Ear pain/Infections/Tinnitus
and more
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What Patients Say

Tara Bolyard

14:30 19 Aug 24

Our experience with Lindsey was wonderful! My son benefited immensely from his time working with her. While so professional, she also made his experience enjoyable. She truly gave him his voice!

Tiffany Martin

23:48 19 May 24

Hands down great experience! We were referred to Tri-State Myofunctional Therapy by our dentist for a tongue and lip tie issue. We worked with Lindsey and Becca for several months via in person and Zoom. My daughter really enjoyed getting know both Becca and Lindsey. I was able to reach out to either of them anytime to discuss issues, ask questions, and send pictures etc. They were very supportive and helpful throughout the whole process. I would recommend this office to anyone needing Myofunctional therapy! I learned so much and it really helped my daughter establish better function with her tongue. When I saw the before and after pictures I was mind blown at the transformation from the release and therapy. We were also able to eliminate a thumb sucking habit that I couldn’t eliminate prior to myofunctional therapy. I’ll be a returning customer for my youngest!

Chloe Gilbert

19:51 08 May 24

Lindsey is absolutely amazing! I was referred to her and I am so glad I got to work with her. My life has been changed for the better with myofunctional therapy, I eat, sleep, and breathe so much better. I cannot recommend Lindsey and myofunctional therapy enough, this experience was incredible!

Josh Muller

13:50 14 Apr 24

Lindsey and Becca guided me through Myofunctional therapy before and after I had my tongue tie and upper-lip tie surgically released. This has been a FANTASTIC experience. I admit I was somewhat skeptical of the touted benefits of tongue and lip tie release when I first heard of the procedures; I am in my thirties and hadn't given much thought to my tied tongue until starting my own research into other people's cases & outcomes. With expert care from Tri-State Myofunctional Therapy, my tongue's resting position has changed for the better, and I can consistently breathe so much more deeply through my nose. My airways are more open than they have ever been before, and the rest of my body feels so much more restful and relaxed than it has ever felt before. I worked with Becca, and my daughter worked with Lindsey in order to strengthen our oral rest postures both pre- and post-operation. They gave me an excellent understanding of the frenectomy procedure, and my daughter and I felt well-prepared for our procedures. Directly following my frenectomy, I felt the difference in my body posture - a release of jaw, neck, shoulder, back, and even hamstring tensions that had all combined to produce a mounting physical & mental burden over the past few years. The Myofunctional therapy continued to improve my confidence and to instill better habits in everything from my breathing, to my sleeping, to my eating, to my range of motion. Thank you Lindsey, Becca, and Tri-State Myofunctional Therapy! I could not be more relieved, or satisfied with the results of your work and guidance in therapy. My daily life has improved tremendously thanks to your hard work!

Cori DeMoss

21:44 25 Mar 24

Lindsey changes lives! Dramatic, yes…but it’s true! During my son’s time working with her she was dedicated, present, patient, fun and she easily adapted to our needs. My son worked hard on his exercises and the results are worth the effort! His speech and his self-confidence have both improved and his braces have worked faster than anticipated as a result of our work with Lindsey! She’s worth it, you’ll be glad to have worked with her!

Sarah Cargill

01:15 29 Feb 24

Lindsey was phenomenal from the start. She explained how the symptoms I experienced were related to my anatomy as well as lifelong habits. Lindsey gave me actionable steps to fix these issues. She was there every step of the way through my adult tongue and lip tie release.My biggest complaint before the procedure and working with Lindsey was cervical neck pain. After working with Lindsey the pain is completely gone for the first time in my adult life. I can’t thank her enough! I would recommend anyone dealing with pain and restriction from a tongue tie see Lindsey and take the leap!

Jennifer Good

19:10 18 Oct 23

Lindsey worked with my daughter for 9 months as a result of her tongue tie and the need to teach her tongue how to rest properly after her tongue tie release. She was fantastic with my daughter. My daughter looked forward to see Mrs. Lindsey each week, engaging in the exercises and just having fun and laughing with her each week. It was the perfect mix of doing what was needed and also caring for my daughter throughout the process. I would highly recommend Lindsey and hope we can continue to stay connected with her. We will miss her!

Carolyn Williams

15:08 29 Aug 23

There are not enough good and positive things to say about Lindsey! We initially met with Lindsey at the recommendation of our orthodontist in order to assess whether myofunctional therapy would be an appropriate tool with our son's (9 years old) tongue tie. While admittedly ignorant on the topic, Lindsey provided a thorough explanation, and gave us confidence that she and our son would accomplish the goals of treatment.In our one year of treatment with Lindsey, she absolutely went above and beyond to not only accommodate us and our schedules, but to ensure we understood every step of the process, and felt comfortable with the plan. Lindsey would give up her personal time in the evenings and weekends to send and receive video messages of our son performing his exercises, and accompanied us to meet with a pediatric dentist for a tongue tie repair consult. She would utilize games and inquire of our son's interests in order to engage with him and make the sessions and his exercises fun, and was never short of praise, encouragement, and positive reinforcement.Lindsey's professionalism is unmatched, and has both the knowledge and the skillset to back it up. We have seen a tremendous improvement in our son's speech and physical appearance, which are absolutely attributed to Lindsey's hard work and persistence with him.

charles m zearfoss

21:13 12 Jun 23

Lindsey is a very knowledgeable Myofunctional Therapist and she loves what she does and strives to do her best. She is very easy to get along with and if some of the exercises are a little hard for you, she will always find a way to do them differently. She is a great person, very friendly and she made sure she was with me during my frenectomy. She had some very good exercises to do after the release. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who needs myofunctional therapy. She is always available to answer any questions and will stay in touch with you. She will follow up with you and recommend some exercises to continue to do. I can't say enough about how great a person you are. Thanks again Lindsey for all you help. I will stay in touch about how I am doing. Chuck Z

jackie knouse

19:47 19 Apr 23

It is always a pleasure working with Lindsey. There are so many reasons why I would recommend her. She is dependable, flexible, and communicates very well with children. She moves at the pace of your child and their growth with the exercises. My family has never felt rushed or become invisible as another family walking in her door. She has become part of our family and we love her dearly.

Laura Jacques

18:34 08 Mar 23

I highly recommend seeing Lindsey Mackley. She’s very knowledgeable. She customizes each session to your personal needs. She wants each client to see results and succeed in the therapy as much as her clients do. She is extremely caring and willing to go above and beyond to help her clients.

Shannon Killeen

19:58 10 Jan 23

I was referred to Lindsey by East Berlin Smiles for pre- and post-frenectomy therapy and I couldn’t have been more pleased working with her! Lindsey’s gentle nature, clear communication, and detailed treatment plans were the perfect match for me. Even before having my tongue and lip released, the exercises and stretches that I was doing from Lindsey’s plan helped to reduce my TMJ pain and teeth grinding. The frenectomy went smoothly thanks to Lindsey’s guidance and the after care was a breeze. She was also only a text away if I had any questions or concerns. I have now learned to swallow properly, am sleeping much better, and am less anxious. Thanks for all your help, Lindsey! Would happily refer anyone to her!

Alex Bochel

19:49 20 Oct 22

Working with Lindsey was life-changing. She was the only medical professional who affirmed and validated my issues with upper airway resistance syndrome. I saw two dentists, an ENT, and my primary care physician and was blown off by all of them. They all missed my tongue tie. After a few months of myofunctional therapy I went from feeling horrible and depressed everyday to simply being tired. After my tongue tie release I was able to fix all of my neck and back pain. I still have a small ways to go to fix my sleep 100% but I am certainly 90% of the way there. Although my therapy has finished, Lindsey continues to be a huge resource and cheerleader for me. I couldn’t recommend her and her company enough.

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Unlock Better Breathing and Smile With Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

Many people can feel better and smile brighter naturally without painful procedures or expensive surgeries through Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy.

Does my child need OMT?

If any of these issues concern you, your child may benefit from myofunctional therapy:

» Does your child have difficulty pronouncing specific sounds even after speech therapy?

» Can you see your child’s tongue push forward while swallowing?

» Is your child a messy or picky eater?

» Do you see your child’s tongue stick out between the front teeth at rest? Are their lips apart and jaw hinged open while watching TV or reading a book?

» Does your child’s tongue seem ‘tied’ to the floor of the mouth?

» Does your child breathe through their mouth?

» Does your child snore at night or sound congested?

» Does your child have a forward head posture with rounded shoulders (slouching)?

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Tri-State Myofunctional Therapy, located in Hagerstown, Maryland, believes in helping patients with a customized, tailored, one-on-one approach. Every patient is an individual and deserves a therapy plan that is individualized.

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