Hyperactivity, Attention, and Focus Challenges?

Many people are surprised to learn that difficulties with attention, focus or even hyperactivity can be linked to how we breathe and how our oral muscles function. When the airway is compromised-such as from mouth breathing, low tongue posture, or sleep-disordered breathing-the body and brain don’t receive the oxygen and quality of sleep they need to function at their best.

How can myofunctional therapy help?

Mouth breathing and poor tongue posture can lead to fragmented sleep reducing oxygen levels. Interrupted or shallow sleep affects the brain’s ability to regulate emotions, concentration, and behavior. Myofunctional therapy addresses the underlying issues by promoting nasal breathing and training proper tongue and lip posture. As breathing and sleep improves, patients experience better focus, behavior, and cognitive performance because the body is finally getting the rest and oxygen it needs to thrive.