Myofunctional therapy is a type of physical therapy that focuses on correcting the improper oral habits that lead to an abnormal bite (malocclusion). Myofunctional therapy involves training the patient with a customized oral appliance known as a myofunctional orthotic (MFO). For children, a myofunctional therapy treatment involves helping your child correct improper habits and improving his or her oral functions. The therapy involves exercises that aim at correcting jaw positioning, tongue posture, and breathing habits.

Myofunctional therapy can address the underlying causes of malocclusion, such as tongue thrusting, poor oral habits, and incorrect swallowing patterns. When these underlying issues are corrected, malocclusion can be resolved.