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Elite Myofunctional Therapy

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Elite Myofunctional Therapy

I help people breathe, sleep, and feel better through Myofunctional Therapy. From TMJ pain and sleep issues to tongue ties and narrow palates, we faced it all.

Specializing in TMJD, tongue thrust, airway health, and orthodontic relapse by retraining the muscles of the face and tongue for long-term wellness. Hi, I’m Bernalea Liesse, a dental hygienist with 21 years of experience and the founder of Elite Myofunctional Therapy. After discovering that my own family—and even I—had been living with undiagnosed orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs), everything changed. Our journey opened my eyes and fueled my passion to help others find answers sooner. No one should have to suffer in silence or wait years for relief. Now, I dedicate my work to guiding families and individuals toward better breathing, improved sleep, and lasting wellness—naturally.

04/10/2026

Eating quickly is more common than many people realize.

Chewing is an important part of oral muscle function and plays a role in digestion, muscle coordination, and overall comfort.

When meals are rushed, the muscles of the face and jaw may not fully complete their role in breaking down food.

Slowing down and being mindful during meals can help support more balanced muscle patterns.

Small daily habits can provide helpful insight into overall oral function.

04/09/2026

A simple reminder that hydration plays an important role in overall muscle function — including the muscles involved in breathing, chewing, and swallowing.

Adequate hydration supports saliva production, which helps maintain comfort and function throughout the day.

Small daily habits can support long-term wellness.

04/08/2026

Headaches can have many contributing factors — including muscle tension patterns in the jaw, face, and neck.

When muscles are overworked or not functioning optimally, they may contribute to discomfort over time.

Many adults don’t realize that oral and facial muscle habits can influence how they feel throughout the day.

Myofunctional therapy focuses on improving muscle coordination and function to better support overall comfort.

Sometimes the source of discomfort isn’t exactly where you feel it.

04/07/2026

Quick check-in 👀

Breathing patterns matter more than most people realize.

Consistent mouth breathing can influence muscle patterns, jaw development, sleep quality, and overall oral function.

Nasal breathing helps support proper muscle coordination and airway function.

Awareness is the first step toward change.

Comment which one you notice more ⬇️

04/06/2026

Sometimes the smallest habits are the easiest to overlook.

Resting your chin in your hand may seem harmless, but repeated pressure on the jaw can influence how muscles and joints feel over time.

Many daily habits happen automatically without much awareness.

Noticing patterns throughout the day can provide helpful insight into muscle function and comfort.

Awareness is often the first step toward supportive change.

04/05/2026

Wishing everyone a peaceful and joyful Easter.

Spring often represents renewal, growth, and new beginnings — a reminder that small changes over time can lead to meaningful progress.

Whether focusing on health, wellness, or daily habits, each step forward matters.

Happy Easter from Elite Myofunctional Therapy.

04/04/2026

Progress doesn’t always happen overnight.

When it comes to muscle patterns, small improvements build gradually through consistency and awareness.

Myofunctional therapy focuses on helping improve function step by step — whether it involves breathing patterns, chewing coordination, or muscle awareness.

Small changes practiced consistently can lead to meaningful long-term improvements.

Progress looks different for everyone, and every step forward matters.

04/03/2026

Good Friday is often a time of reflection, pause, and renewal.

Taking moments to slow down can help bring awareness to the small habits that shape how we feel each day.

Whether it is posture, breathing patterns, or muscle tension, awareness is often the first step toward meaningful change.

Wishing everyone a peaceful and reflective Good Friday.

04/02/2026

Many people are unaware of how often oral and facial muscles are used throughout the day.

Breathing, chewing, swallowing, and resting posture all involve coordinated muscle function.

When muscles are not working as efficiently as they could, the body may try to compensate in other ways.

Myofunctional therapy focuses on improving awareness and function of these muscle patterns to support overall airway and oral health.

Function plays an important role in long-term comfort and wellness.

04/01/2026

April Fools… but this part is true:

You swallow over 1,000 times per day.

Muscles of the tongue, face, and jaw are working throughout the day — often without us even realizing it.

Small muscle patterns repeated consistently can influence comfort, coordination, and function over time.

Myofunctional therapy focuses on improving awareness and function of these muscles to help support breathing, chewing, and swallowing patterns.

Sometimes the smallest things are happening the most often.

03/31/2026

Many daily habits involving the mouth and jaw happen automatically, without much thought.

Small patterns repeated throughout the day can influence how muscles function and work together over time.

Balanced muscle function supports comfort, coordination, and efficiency in everyday activities like chewing, breathing, and speaking.

Myofunctional therapy focuses on improving awareness of these habits and helping support more functional muscle patterns.

Small changes can lead to meaningful improvements over time.

03/29/2026

Even something as simple as chewing plays a role in oral muscle function.

When we rush through meals, we may not fully engage the muscles of the tongue, cheeks, and jaw the way they are designed to work together.

Balanced muscle function supports coordination, comfort, and efficiency in everyday activities like chewing and swallowing.

Small habits throughout the day can have a meaningful impact over time.

Myofunctional therapy focuses on improving awareness and function of the muscles involved in chewing, swallowing, and breathing.

Sometimes the smallest habits are the ones we overlook most.

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Houston, TX

Opening Hours

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

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http://www.elitemyofunctionaltherapy.com/, https://linktr.ee/elitemyofunctionaltherapy

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