The Myo Connection KS - Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

02/14/2026

❤There's lots to love about Myofunctional Therapy with The Myo Connection Team! ❤

02/12/2026

We learn more every day about how important chewing is to proper developement! If you've got a kiddo with texture issues or food aversions, they may have chewing issues or tongue placement problems. Call us today for a consult!

02/12/2026

👀 Could These Habits Be Affecting Your Child’s Smile?

Earlier this week we talked about how dental health is about more than brushing and flossing. Today, let’s look at a few common signs that oral muscles may not be working as efficiently as they should:

🔎 Watch for:
• Mouth breathing (especially at rest or during sleep)
• Snoring or restless sleep
• Tongue resting low or between the teeth
• Thumb sucking or prolonged pacifier use
• Open-mouth posture
• Crowded or crooked teeth at a young age

These habits can influence jaw development, tooth alignment, breathing, and sleep quality—all areas where myofunctional therapy can help support healthy growth.

💡 The earlier these patterns are addressed, the easier they are to change.

If you’ve noticed one or more of these signs, a myofunctional evaluation may provide helpful answers.

✨ Children’s Dental Health Month is a great time to take a closer look at how your child breathes, rests, and grows.

02/10/2026

We love this reminder from our friends at Children's Dental Professionals, LLC! Not only do crunchy snacks like apples help clean your teeth - crunchy, whole foods you have to bite and chew help our jaws develop properly!

Kids starving the second they get in the car after school? Try swapping sticky granola bars for crisp apple slices.
Apples help scrub away plaque as they chew, like nature’s toothbrush! 🍎✨
Healthy teeth and less sugar crash = parent win! 🏆

02/09/2026

🦷 Children’s Dental Health Month: It’s About More Than Teeth! 👅

February is Children’s Dental Health Month, and while brushing and flossing are important, there’s more to a healthy smile than clean teeth alone.

Myofunctional therapy focuses on the muscles of the mouth and face—how the tongue rests, how your child breathes, swallows, and even how they sleep. These habits play a huge role in dental development.

👶 Poor oral muscle function can contribute to:
• Crooked teeth
• Mouth breathing
• Open bite or narrow palate
• Thumb sucking or prolonged pacifier use
• Speech challenges

✨ When oral muscles work correctly, they help support:
✔ Proper jaw growth
✔ Healthier tooth alignment
✔ Nasal breathing
✔ Better sleep and focus

Children’s Dental Health Month is the perfect time to look beyond the toothbrush and ask: How is my child using their mouth every day?

If you’re curious whether myofunctional therapy could support your child’s dental and overall health, we’re happy to help 💙

01/28/2026

Congratulations to our January Patient of the Month - McCoy!

McCoy's therapist says he does an amazing job staying on track with exercises, even when he's juggling a busy sports schedule!

We are so proud of your hard work! Great job!

01/27/2026

Great job to these awesome kiddos! 😀

We’ve had some savers turning in big token amounts lately and earning some fantastic prizes! We are so proud of all the hard work they’ve put in!

01/26/2026

Reward closet is all stocked and we can’t wait to see those competed exercise tracking sheets!

We know it can feel like a lot adding in daily exercises, so we hope the rewards program helps make it feel more like a rewarding task for our kiddos!

01/21/2026

We love seeing our patients’ success!

01/20/2026

Winter months often bring changes in sleep quality. Watch for signs such as:

💤Snoring or mouth breathing during sleep

💤Restless nights or morning fatigue

💤Increased tension in the jaw or facial muscles

These can be important clues that additional support or treatment may be helpful. Talk to your provider about any issues you may be having!

01/14/2026

Did you know you can schedule your initial consultation through our website? Visit www.myoconnectionks.com to see available times and locations - with four therapists and two offices, there's something convenient for everyone!

We specialize in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy and MyoBrace Appliances.

01/12/2026

Big news last week and today from our friends at Santucci Orthodontics! We can't wait to see all the greatness 2026 brings! 😀

✨ANOTHER 2026 ANNOUNCEMENT✨

We’re breaking ground on a brand new east location! 🪏

Over the past six years, our practice has grown beyond what we ever imagined and this new building is a direct reflection of that growth and the incredible community that made it possible. 😊

This expansion also allows us to welcome our new associate orthodontist, Dr. Bateman, giving us more space for our patients while continuing to deliver the personalized care and attention you know and trust.

It’s a celebration of Dr. Santucci’s hard work, passion for orthodontics and commitment to exceptional care, as well as an exciting step forward for our entire team! 🤩

Thank you for growing with us! 🌱