2025 Central Spring Myofunctional Therapy in the Dental Setting

Course overview

This in person lecture, led by Melissa Mungo with special guests Dr. Joanna Dover and Kayla Viola, RDH, will explore the critical connections between breathing, chewing, oral function, and cranial growth. Attendees will learn how soft tissue dysfunction, or Oral Myofunctional Disorders OMDs, impacts dentition and overall cranial stability. By the end of the session, participants will have practical tools to screen for OMDs, address dysfunctional breathing patterns, and integrate airway focused philosophies into their dental practices. 1. Understand the critical relationship between breathing, chewing, and cranial stability. 2. Recognize the signs of Oral Myofunctional Disorders OMDs and dysfunctional breathing. 3. Learn practical screening techniques for OMDs and breathing dysfunction. 4. Gain confidence in introducing simple myofunctional exercises to patients. 5. Explore the benefits of integrating airway-focused philosophies into dental practices. 6. Learn from real life cases to see the practical application of these concepts. How to screen for OMDs and breathing dysfunction in your practice. Tools and techniques for improving oral function and airway health. Practical steps to integrate airway philosophy into dental workflows. Real-world examples of success and challenges from experienced professionals.