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Myo Matters

MyoMatters specializes in Myofunctional Therapy. We work to personalize care for patients of all ages

04/01/2026

For a long time, the focus was on fixing the visible problem.

Crooked teeth? Straighten them.
Tongue-tie? Release it.
Big tonsils? Remove them.

And while these interventions can absolutely be helpful… they don’t always address why the problem developed in the first place.

What we understand now is that the body works as an integrated system.

Breathing patterns, tongue posture, muscle function, and habits all shape how the face develops, how the airway functions, and how a child sleeps, behaves, and feels.

When these underlying patterns aren’t addressed, it’
s common to see:
→ relapse
→ compensation
→ or new symptoms appearing over time

That’s why we take a different approach.

At Myo Matters, we don’t just look at structure, we look at function.

✨ Supporting proper breathing
✨ Retraining tongue posture and muscle patterns
✨ Guiding long-term, sustainable change

True, robust transformation doesn’t come from a single procedure.

It comes from changing the underlying patterns that drive it all!

03/27/2026

Tongue tie releases are often associated with babies and breastfeeding, but restricted tongue mobility can affect people well into adulthood.

Many adults have lived their whole lives with a tongue that cannot move freely. Over time, the body adapts to this restriction, which can contribute to patterns such as mouth breathing, jaw tension, swallowing compensation, poor tongue posture, speech challenges, and sleep-disordered breathing.

For some adults, a tongue tie release can help restore the tongue’s ability to move more freely. However, the release alone is not the full solution.

This is where myofunctional therapy becomes essential. Myofunctional therapy helps retrain the muscles of the tongue, lips, and face so that new, healthy patterns can develop.

We work on things like tongue posture, nasal breathing, lip seal, swallowing patterns, and muscle coordination so the body can fully integrate the change.

Think of it like releasing a tight muscle and then retraining it to move properly again.

When the structural restriction is addressed and the muscles are supported with therapy, we can help create more sustainable changes in function.

Better oral function is possible at any age! 👅

03/22/2026

These are some of the questions we will ask in an adult assessment 🫶

03/17/2026

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03/15/2026

Tongue tie releases should not be seen as a standalone solution but rather as an important tool to support the Myofunctional Therapy process. While a tongue tie release can provide immediate relief, it’s not the final answer.

The real magic happens when it’s combined with
myofunctional therapy, which focuses on exercises to improve tongue posture, movement and muscle function.

Why is this combination so important? It prevents reattachment, it improves function, and it promotes long-term results. Tongue tie release without therapy may lead to temporary improvements, but myofunctional exercises ensure long-term success in speech, feeding,
and breathing.

Concerned about you or your child’s tongue tie and want to learn more? Connect with us!

03/13/2026

✨ Mini Myo Workshop (Ages 2–6 Years)

COMING SOON! ✨

We are so excited to announce our Mini Myo Workshop designed especially for parents of little ones aged 2–6 years.

This workshop is all about early facial and jaw development - because the foundations for breathing, sleep, speech, and long-term oral health are built in these early years.

Inside this parent-focused session, we’ll explore:

• 👃 Why nasal breathing matters from toddlerhood
• 👄 How tongue posture shapes the palate
• 🦷 What healthy jaw growth should look like
• 😴 Early signs of airway or sleep concerns
• 🧠 How function influences facial development
• 🛠 Simple, practical things you can do at home

Understanding growth patterns early can make a profound difference to your child’s long- term health and development.

If you would love to receive more information about the launch and early access details…

👉 Type “WORKSHOP” in the comments and we’ll let you know when we are launching!

03/10/2026

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03/08/2026

Pacifiers can be a helpful soothing tool in early infancy, but prolonged use can start to influence how the tongue, jaws and facial muscles develop.

From a developmental perspective, we recommend phasing out pacifiers by six months of age. As babies begin eating solids and exploring chewing, their oral muscles need the opportunity to develop new patterns that support nasal breathing, proper tongue posture
and a mature swallow.

Reducing pacifier use can help to support healthy oral and facial development as your child grows.

Don’t forget - the Myo Munchee is an excellent swap for a pacifier and will help to get your baby’s development back on track after pacifier use! 👶🏽

Address

Davenport, IA

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+15633450044

Website

http://www.myomatters.com/

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