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Oral Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) At Be Well NEPA

Oral myofunctional therapy (OMT) is a type of therapy that helps to improve the function of the muscles in the mouth and face. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, including:

  • Mouth breathing

  • Tongue thrusting

  • Open mouth posture

  • Speech problems

  • Swallowing problems

  • Jaw problems

  • Sleep problems

  • Eating problems

  • Orthodontic problems

  • TMJ problems

  • Facial pain

  • Headaches

  • Neck pain

  • Snoring

  • Bedwetting


At Be Well NEPA, we believe that everyone deserves to live a healthy and fulfilling life. That's why we offer a comprehensive approach to OMT, which includes comprehensive evaluation, personalized treatment, and even manual therapy to support the oral myofunctional therapy. Adding the manual therapy, a hands-on approach to healing that can help to improve muscle function, reduce pain, and increase range of motion.


Our OMT therapists are highly trained and experienced in helping people of all ages overcome a variety of challenges. We understand that everyone's needs are different, so we tailor our treatment plans to each individual.


If you are experiencing any of the red flags for OMT listed below, we encourage you to contact Be Well NEPA today to learn more about how we can help:

  • Mouth breathing

  • Enlarged tonsils and adenoids

  • Tongue thrusting

  • Open mouth posture at rest or while sleeping

  • Speech problems

  • Swallowing or feeding problems

  • Jaw or TMJ problems

  • Sleep or snoring problems

  • Orthodontic relapse problems

  • TMJ problems

  • Facial or neck pain

  • Fatigue while talking

  • Bedwetting

  • Oral habits like thumb sucking, nail biting, shirt sucking,etc


How OMT Can Help You

OMT can help you in a number of ways, including:

  • Improving your breathing

  • Correcting tongue thrusting and open mouth posture

  • Improving your speech and swallowing

  • Relieving jaw pain and TMJ symptoms

  • Reducing snoring and sleep apnea

  • Improving your sleep quality

  • Improving your eating habits

  • Enhancing your orthodontic results

  • Reducing facial pain and headaches

  • Improving your neck pain

  • Reducing stress and anxiety

  • Boosting your self-esteem

  • Improving your social interaction

Let's Start

If you are interested in learning more about how OMT can help you, we encourage you to contact Be Well NEPA today. We offer a comprehensive evaluations in home in Lehigh Valley, in office in Pittston, PA or virtually so that we can assess your needs and develop a personalized treatment plan. We are here to help you achieve your wellness goals and live a more vibrant and fulfilling life.


Email BeWellNEPA@gmail.com today!

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