Back To Your Roots Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy - OMT

Back To Your Roots Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy - OMT My passion is to understand the “root cause” of orofacial concerns. It’s like “Physio” Therapy for the face, mouth, lips and tongue!

I am an airway health advocate that provides therapy for orofacial muscle development, function and tone.

Scalloped edges on the tongue can indicate pressure / patterns in the mouth.This often happens when the tongue is not re...
06/23/2026

Scalloped edges on the tongue can indicate pressure / patterns in the mouth.

This often happens when the tongue is not resting in its ideal position and is adapting to limited tongue space or altered function such as a dysfunctional atypical swallow. It may also be a red flag for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).

While not a diagnosis on its own, it can be a useful observation in understanding oral posture, swallowing and breathing patterns.

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K, 🫶

A parent recently told us they thought their child was simply a light sleeper and woke up frequently. But after a compr...
06/18/2026

A parent recently told us they thought their child was simply a light sleeper and woke up frequently.

But after a comprehensive assessment, it became clear the issue wasn’t just sleep depth—it was breathing efficiency.

Once the airway function, breathing efficiency and oral habits were addressed, the changes they noticed first were:

• calmer more restful mornings
• sleeping through the night
• deeper / more soundful sleep
• improved focus during the day
• improved mood regulations

Changing habits = long term success!

When you 💛 what you do!
K, 🫶

Snoring in Children should NEVER be considered as “Normal”.It is one of the clearest signs that breathing during sleep i...
06/16/2026

Snoring in Children should NEVER be considered as “Normal”.

It is one of the clearest signs that breathing during sleep is partially obstructed.
While many parents assume that snoring is “cute” or that their child “will grow out of it,” persistent snoring can be linked to:

• mouth breathing
• poor sleep
• enlarged tonsils
• low tongue posture
• tongue tie

Early awareness is KEY!

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K, 🫶

This week in clinic, another pattern stood out again.A parent brought a child in to see us because of behaviour concerns...
06/11/2026

This week in clinic, another pattern stood out again.

A parent brought a child in to see us because of behaviour concerns and made a comment that their child was getting the proper amount of sleep. But within our intake screening we noticed many signs of sleep disordered breathing (SDB) telling us a very different story.

When sleep is disrupted, we often will see:
• daytime restlessness
• difficulty concentrating
• increased irritability / mood swings
• possibly some darkness under the eyes

Once airway and breathing patterns are addressed, these downstream symptoms often begin to shift to healthier new habits.

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K, 🫶

Signs your Child may not be Breathing Properly at Night:• open mouth posture• snoring or noisy breathing • sleep talking...
06/09/2026

Signs your Child may not be Breathing Properly at Night:

• open mouth posture
• snoring or noisy breathing
• sleep talking / sleepwalking
• enuresis: prolonged bed wetting
• restless sleeping / frequent movements
• sleeping in awkward positions
• waking tired despite a full night’s sleep
• dark circles under the eyes

These signs are often dismissed or not recognized as a concern, but they can directly reflect how efficiently the airway is functioning.

When you 💛 what you do!
K, 🫶

A parent came in to see us regarding some concerns about their child’s jaw development.But what stood out immediately du...
06/04/2026

A parent came in to see us regarding some concerns about their child’s jaw development.

But what stood out immediately during our assessment wasn’t just the teeth and arch development—it was the way they were breathing and sleep.
Things we look for:
• restless / fragmented sleep
• arms / legs flailing
• signs of ADHD
• erratic mood swings
• teeth grinding at night
• mouth breathing at rest

When these patterns appear together, it often points to a functional issue beyond just alignment.

After addressing the underlying habits and dysfunctions, families will often notice changes in their child’s sleep quality, daily behaviour, jaw growth, postural alignment and often a growth spurt.

When you 💛 what you do!
K, 🫶

Mouth breathing is not just a harmless habit.What often looks like “just how a child breathes” can be a sign that the bo...
06/02/2026

Mouth breathing is not just a harmless habit.

What often looks like “just how a child breathes” can be a sign that the body is adapting to a less efficient airway pattern.

This can influence:
• sleep quality
• facial and jaw development
• daytime focus and energy
• mood regulations

Many families don’t realize these signs are connected because they can appear so gradually, feel like normal behaviours or seem age appropriate. But normal behaviours and commonly seen may not be “healthy or ideal”

If you’re noticing an open mouth posture and mouth breathing occurring during the day or night, it may be worth looking deeper at airway function.

When you 💛 what you do!
K, 🫶

As we wrap up the month, let’s take a moment to check in 👇Are we noticing:✔️ More nasal breathing?✔️ Less open mouth pos...
05/28/2026

As we wrap up the month, let’s take a moment to check in 👇

Are we noticing:
✔️ More nasal breathing?
✔️ Less open mouth posture?
✔️ Better awareness of where the tongue is resting?
✔️ Slower, more intentional chewing at mealtimes, with lips closed?

Progress doesn’t have to be perfect — it just has to be consistent.

What’s one habit your family focused on this month?

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K, 🫶

Thumb sucking and pacifiers are completely normal in early development 🤍But when they continue longer than expected (pas...
05/26/2026

Thumb sucking and pacifiers are completely normal in early development 🤍

But when they continue longer than expected (past the age of 3), they can begin to influence:
• Jaw growth
• Tooth alignment
• Tongue posture

The goal isn’t to feel guilt — it’s education and awareness.

If you’re unsure about timing, how to break the habit or next steps, we’re here to support you 🌿

When you 💛 what you do!
K, 🫶

Mealtime is more than just nutrition — it’s an opportunity to support development 🌿Try incorporating:🥕 Crunchy, whole fo...
05/21/2026

Mealtime is more than just nutrition — it’s an opportunity to support development 🌿

Try incorporating:
🥕 Crunchy, whole foods
🪑 Upright posture while eating
⏳ Slower, mindful chewing
🚫 Less screen distraction

These small shifts help strengthen the muscles used for breathing, chewing, and swallowing.

Simple. Consistent. Effective.

When you 💛 what you do!
K, 🫶

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