What Is Correct Mouth Posture?
In this article, I discuss 2 things…what is correct mouth posture and why it matters. Understanding “what is correct mouth posture” will make it easier for you to understand how correct craniofacial development is related. In the world of myofunctional therapy, misguided craniofacial growth is a huge red flag and it should be caught early. That way early intervention can help correct any misguided growth. You do NOT want to wait until the child is older, because most of the facial development is complete by age 10-12.
What To Do
Early detection and help are key. I always encourage parents to advocate for their children. If something doesn’t seem normal, then question it, time and time again if needed. People often assume that facial features and how we look are “just genetic” but that just isn’t the case anymore…and holding onto that opinion could cause you to overlook a concern with yourself or your child.It doesn’t cost you a dime to make a free 30-minute appointment with me to talk about your situation! Together we can make a difference!
You can also learn more here about myofunctional habits and what a myofunctional therapist helps you do to correct myofunctional impairment.
About Carmen
Carmen found her path of passion years ago as a dental hygienist. After a stint in graduate school to earn her M.B.A., she left clinical hygiene practice to start her business, Integrative Myofunctional Therapy. In addition to seeing clients in her private online practice, she also teaches the craft of myofunctional therapy in her Myo Mastery Program, coaches dental offices on how to implement myofunctional screening into the daily practice, and speaks frequently in various settings.
Carmen is a provider for the Foundation of Airway Health, where she works diligently for the recognition, diagnosis, and treatment of airway related disorders.
In addition, she is a proud member of several professional associations that afford her the opportunity to learn so that she can help her clients. Her professional memberships include: