What is Myofunctional Therapy? - Priya Mistry, DDS (the TMJ doc)

[@Mstone03]

I love your videos. I have a narrow and arched palate and I’ve also ground my teeth my entire life, and one side of my jaw pops and clicks and sometimes gets stuck. I also had my deviated septum fixed a couple years ago. Now I can breathe and corrected my tongue posture, but have since noticed my jaw and teeth shifting, to the point where I’m going to need braces (again). It’s wild to think/know this is all related. It’s exhausting trying to address it all in the correct order! Thank you for outlining the steps at the end!

[@theTMJdoc]

You're welcome! Sorry you're going through all this :/

[@lindacannon2239]

Thank you, Dr Mistry! I'm a Myofunctional Therapist and RDH in the SF BAY Area. Your info is always helpful for both my clients and myself.

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you for your kind words 😊🙏🏼

[@jmk2530]

Thank you for doing this. I’m a fellow practitioner and I’m learning a lot from you. Thanks Doc.

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you for your kind words 🙏🏼

[@jovitasosa6463]

It feels like for children with tongue fronting issues, myofunctional therapy should be done along with speech therapy to expedite long term results. Thank you for this informative video!

[@theTMJdoc]

I totally agree!

[@jordantdds]

Very informative series, love your presentation. Still learning after 30 years in practice. J Talsky, DDS, FAGD

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you so much for your kind words, Dr. Talsky! :)

[@mezzofeldenkrais6131]

Feldenkrais and other somatic practices would be a good addition to what you are recommending here. Thank you for your post.

[@theTMJdoc]

thank you!

[@jayapatil6079]

Dr. Priya Mistry, Nice information on Myofunctional Therapy.

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!

[@snoot_mcgoot]

Thank you so much for this video! I had tongue-tie surgery as a kid, but still deal with sleep apnea, TMJ pain which aggravates chronic migraines, and chronic fatigue. I'm hoping trying out some of these exercises and seeing a myofunctional therapist will help!

[@theTMJdoc]

Best of luck to you! Don’t forget to Subscribe 🙏🏼

[@Flitterbye6424]

New to this whole Myofuntional Therapy world. My 7 yo was just diagnosed with a posterior tongue tie and we had our first Appointment last week. While there she recommended we see an orthodontist who specializes in airway. This is all a little overwhelming and I’m glad I found your channel while looking for information.

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm glad you find the videos helpful!

[@Magnulus76]

Just be glad we live in a time with more awareness of these problems. When I was growing up, there was almost none among dentists. And when you catch these problems early in a child, they are relatively easy to fix. It's much harder when people get older and bones, joints, and habits tend to harden.

[@necrocannibal_VR]

@@Magnulus76 im hoping to have some luck at 41. hopefully im not too hardened up yet :)

[@santecoherence8163]

I do LOVE your videos and your explanations! I am a french natural healer and I send your videos to my patients when they suffer from bruxism or sleep apnea. Thank you for sharing your knowledge so simply and kindly!

[@SuranyaSur]

Beyond thankful that I've found you and your channel! I was concerned about mewing making TMD worse. Thank you so much for all the information you're putting out there! xx :)

[@theTMJdoc]

You are so welcome!

[@Sesilona]

Wonderful video again Priya!! Thank you! It would be great if you could do a video on palate expansion, which sometimes is also needed to comfortably place the tongue on palate, and as you mention, the palate is the floor of the nose, so by expanding it, nose breathing will become better also. I received the microtens unit just yesterday by the way 😊 I will read the instructions well and give it a try this week. thank you so much!

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes! I have one coming out about sleep apnea but I’ll do one specifically on palatal expansion. So glad you finally got he microtens unit!!

[@lovermari1]

I’m in myo right now and it has helped my bite and TMJ so much! 😊

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm so glad!

[@rosiecheeks.k]

Fab info! The Napoleon Dynamite pic had me laughing though😆🙈

[@theTMJdoc]

Glad you liked it! :)

[@Mark-ql5ni]

Hi Dr. Mistry, you should know about the work of Clayton Chan and Gneuromuscular Dentistry. Thank you for this video, I wasn't aware of Myofunctional Therapy and just by shifting my tongue into the position you spoke of, I all of a sudden can breathe really well out of my nose as long as I keep the tongue there. I have teeth crowding, not as bad as you showed in the video but it led to bruxism then after several decades led to TMD. I have an orthotic and am in the process of gneuromuscular orthodontics then will need several crowns to get a gneuromuscular occlusion to take the stress off my neck and shoulders and even back. Without the crowns I don't have a way of getting a proper occlusion outside of the orthodic which I do not want to wear long-term. Thank you for helping me with this video, God Bless you.

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome! And yes I definitely know about Dr Clayton Chan :)

[@cavazosa4]

Great video, nice and information and thorough. I shared your video with my whole team to start teaching them about this subject. Thanks Alex

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you so much!!!

[@giovannisilva9724]

Really understandable video, I'm orthodontist from Chile, hope my patients make MFT. Thank you so much

[@theTMJdoc]

thank you for your kind words!

[@piattrocks]

Your videos have helped more than the crazy $ I've spent on dentists and specialists over the years. However I went to this video from your 2 parter on the tongue, because I'm scared that just putting my tongue on the roof will cause more pain. There wasn't any guidance on that, just to see an ENS and a therapist. (no benefits so thats not happening anytime soon) So still scared to start forcing my tongue to the roof... but still super grateful for your vids. I feel like the 6 and 6 is helpful thus far. ❤❤

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m glad you’ve found the videos helpful!

[@saptarsiroy8723]

Awesome explanation...

[@theTMJdoc]

THanks! Don’t forget to Subscribe!

[@Smile-rd5fn]

You and Dr mew are doing good work thanks

[@wpak4482]

Another very informative video Dr. Mistry! Question - do you see any patients coming in that have eustachian tube dysfunction as a result of the TMJ disorder? I have been having issues with my one ear the past several months. No surprise it is on the side that I have the most issues with my jaw. I am pretty sure the two things are related but ?? Thank you for all the great information!

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you! Yes, I do see this. Please watch my video "Stuffy Ears, Vertigo, and Ear Pain Explained" as I cover this in detail. :)

[@Sunshine-vz2on]

How are you now ? Same issue

[@40pattycake]

I was told that I also have TMJ do to. my radiation therapy and chemo therapy treatments and had all of my teeth removed so I have full dental.i do just love your videos.

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you for your kind words and best of luck to you!

[@johannphysio4977]

Thank you so much for all these great videos! You’re an amazing speaker! So clear and easy to understand! What is the difference between a PT that specializes in J/D and a myofunctional therapist?

[@theTMJdoc]

That you for your kind words. what is J/D? Physical therapists have an entirely different education from those who provide myofunctional therapy (MFT). Those who provide MFT can be dental hygienists, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, and more.

[@johannphysio4977]

@@theTMJdoc my apologies! That was a typo! I meant to type TMJ/D. Thank you for your reply as well! 👍🏻😊

[@theTMJdoc]

@@johannphysio4977 you’re welcome

[@necrocannibal_VR]

soo good! thank you! thats amazing for mw in learning about my tmj / occipital nearlagia. its immensely painful and my doc is scratching his head for 3 years

[@theTMJdoc]

you're welcome! glad to help!

[@katherinewallace353]

Hi there, thank you so much for a very informative video! I am a speech therapist and I work with little ones between 3-7 years. SO MANY of them have tongue thrusts, open bites and mouth breathing. I would love to look further into this for the application within my speech therapy treatment, are you able to please guide me to any myofunctional therapists who work with children? Or perhaps know of any training? TIA!

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi there! Sarah Hornsby's courses may be helpful to you!

[@LaurieDesAutels]

[@theTMJdoc]

Try Googling it! :)

[@minky114]

Aww JazakAllah khair. I'm muslim .u r Wonderful human being. Allah bless u. No body comment that quickly. yes I'm watching ur videos . daily . I'll concern if I find any of tmjd doc . I have vit b12 deficiency . I'm taking supplements 500mcg neuromet. can I take magnesium supplement too .or u can advise some good food for it . I'll pray 4 u. Keep on guiding ppl lyk ds. may Allah grow ur channel more I thought u didn't reply back .so I comment on other videos . Thank you nice dr !

[@theTMJdoc]

Please watch my video “clinical nutrition and TMJd” for more information. I go through all the recommended supplements.

[@oliviagordon2567]

Loving all of your info!! We need you in southern California! I feel like im the captain of my TMJ ship trying to set up all of these appointments and confused about order, frequency etc (PT, CST, OMM) Its hard to manage but even harder to trust a "TMJ specialist" and getting lead down the wrong path. I have new onset majorly painful muscular TMJ sxs that started after extraction and implants for me 2 months ago. I feel best in the morning (I don't think I clench at night but do open mouth breathe) and terrible after talking and chewing. My dentist isn't sure which appliance would help in the scenario. May I have your opinion with what little information you have?

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm sorry you're going through this. I cannot give my opinion about your condition or an appliance without evaluating you in-person. Best of luck to you!

[@reneem2954]

@Olivia Gordon I'm sailing in the same boat. Severe TMJD after wisdom teeth extraction. Mainly muscular. It has been 4 years and so many orthotics. I too feel better in the morning and worse after chewing. Following Dr Mistri's video for myofunctional therapy. Really Hope it helps..

[@yesuratnam5077]

Madam your pronunciation and explanation is superb. And also you are look like an angel and gorgeous

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!!

[@richardwaechter5426]

Excellent video

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!

[@patricia19551]

Thanks so much for this information.

[@theTMJdoc]

You are so welcome!

[@اسامةتوفيق-ل7س]

Thank you very much

[@theTMJdoc]

You are welcome

[@gjs3602]

I have TMJ, but unless I have a cold and so blocked nose, which is rare, i have always sealed my lips, breathed through my nose and suctioned my tongue on the roof of my mouth, i also don't thrust my tongue forward when I swallow. These things just felt comfortable and came naturally to me, however, as I say, I STILL have TMJ, narrow palate, crowding, I suspect lip and tongue ties too 😢 but who can afford myofunctional therapy, palate expansion and braces???

[@theTMJdoc]

Sometimes not all of that is needed to treat the TMD

[@mediterraneanblue201]

Thank you for sharing your expertise and knowledge. I have been told by aTMJ specialist that I have-and I am paraphrasing here-deterioration and arthritis in my condyles, especially my right one. Is there a video on which you address this? My doctor said treating this would be very expensive. I didn't pursue that issue. Are there exercises? Is it ultimately going to be more expensive? I wore braces at 16, and she told me that halted the normal growth of my jaw and has led to my sleep apnea and TMJ. I am a 74 male. Thank you

[@theTMJdoc]

I don't have a video on osteoarthritic degeneration, which is what I believe you're referring to. Before I answer your other questions, what are your symptoms?

[@mediterraneanblue201]

@@theTMJdoc jaw hurts. Clicks. Blending my walnuts and almonds to put on cereal. Jaw moves over itself as I saw on one of your videos

[@mediterraneanblue201]

@@theTMJdoc I believe osteoaethric degeneration is what she called it. Do you have answers to my other questions? I did tell you my symptoms a few days ago. Thank you

[@TheGGG12]

Im in myo now and cant wait for my tongue tie release!

[@theTMJdoc]

Great! Glad to hear this!

[@earlzapanta802]

Hi Doc, thank you for this very informational video! Learned a lot! I have a question though. Does myofunctional therapy help address sleep apnea?

[@theTMJdoc]

It can help depending on if the tongue posture is affecting the width of the airway.

[@earlzapanta802]

@@theTMJdoc Thanks doc! 😊

[@MuhammadAbbas-do2bj]

Hello Dr. Mistry. Thanks for this useful video. I have a question? I am a chronic patient of Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Do you have any remedy for this OSA? I have Blood Pressure, GERD, and irregular night sleeps due to OSA. Please help me. GOD bless you

[@theTMJdoc]

CPAP or oral appliance therapy. Are you using either of these?

[@MBTIology]

I was diagnosed with a tounge tie as a baby but for some reason my parents didnt get it cut. So i was a mouth breather until about 10, at that point i got made fun of a little bit and tried to start nasal breathing. Now as an adult I realized i have a tounge tie and want to get it finally cut

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes tongue ties are so common!

[@randomtoothguy]

Great video Doc love your videos they are so informative.

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you! Please be sure to Subscribe and Share! 🙏🏼

[@PuneetKansaldr]

Nice presentation

[@theTMJdoc]

Glad you liked it!

[@christinal434]

Great video Dr Mistry! I've found a myofunctional therapist which is great. I'm wondering when I should go to see them? I'm doing the orthotic and the physiotherapy, not sure when to add in myofunctional therapist, osteopath, and maybe a chiropractor for neck issues? How do you know when or whether to add in all these different therapies? Thank you so much

[@theTMJdoc]

It really depends on your symptoms and how you’re responding to treatment. I can’t answer your question easily without follow up questions and discussion. If you’d like you can email my office to set up a zoom meeting with me. [e-mail]

[@christinal434]

​@@sarahlabbett4626not good! Stuck in this orthotic and really painful trying to get out of it ugh. I need jaw surgery due to airway issues, that's the main underlining problem, tmd was just a symptom

[@robstershel]

What do you think about Dr. Liao's coined term of "Impaired Mouth Syndrome"? And his method of wearing mouth pieces to help stimulate pallet growth?

[@theTMJdoc]

@@robstershel I don’t know anything about this.. sorry!

[@johnstanton8499]

Sounds like ancient Kechari Mudra of Yoga Thanks for explaining

[@theTMJdoc]

You’re welcome!

[@OffTheBeatenPage]

Got help with my TMJ with an orthotic and never dealt with underlying causes, now having issues on the other side. I have Ehlers Danlos and that seems to complicate matters

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear that!

[@jayapatil6079]

Nice Video .

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!

[@Instalaughs01]

Thanks mam lots of love from India ❤❤❤❤❤

[@theTMJdoc]

My pleasure 😊

[@cpodgorelec]

Good work. Regards Australia

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!!

[@olgahekkert4579]

Thank you for all the great information. I am an RDH in Mesa, Arizona and am interested in getting a Myofunctional Therapist certification. Do you have any programs that you recommend? Thank you again.

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi there! Thanks for your kind words! I’d recommend Sarah Hornsby’s program :)

[@olgahekkert5358]

@@theTMJdoc thank you

[@Sunshine-vz2on]

Do you find myo therapy helps with ETD? in addition, do you have extraction ortho patients who require expansion prior to tie release? Which expansion methods do you use? Do You grow bone? Very best regards. You are fabulous !

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you for your kind words! I don’t do phase 2/ expansion at my office.

[@tareqdrtarequlislam2399]

Thank you for such informative video. Take love from Bangladesh. I'm suffering from complex tongue thrusting, specially in night. I wish i could meet with you. I am a dental surgeon myself. Dr Md Tarequl Islam, BDS (DU)

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear that and best of luck to you!

[@sanjaypatil3097]

Hello ma'am i am trying that proper tounge posture but my teeth disturb my tongue so i am unable to maintain it

[@theTMJdoc]

I don’t recommend trying to attain proper tongue posture without the guidance of a practitioner who provides myofunctional therapy

[@sanjaypatil3097]

@@theTMJdoc do you have any session's

[@Michigander-616]

Hi there! Would love to know if you have an OMT that you can recommend in Michigan.

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry I don’t know anyone there

[@mjruddell]

Hello! Thank you so much for this! I have a question if you don’t mind: what are the possible out comes of having a tongue posture that is too far forward. My tongue rests on the back of my teeth/in between them- I think this is a subconscious result of me trying to stop clenching but I’m not sure, I could have been doing this previously! I hear a lot about the consequences if the tongue is too far back but not many about too far forward?

[@theTMJdoc]

Too far forward can be a tongue thrust which isn’t great either.. it can cause an open bite in the front

[@mjruddell]

@@theTMJdoc Thank you, I will research Tongue Thrust - can it be the cause of TMJD or a result of?

[@alisonsimon5528]

Would you recommend myofunctional therapy over physical therapy for tmj ?

[@theTMJdoc]

No, I would not! MFT can be too much work for the already dysfunctional muscles associated with TMJD.

[@66seysey]

I’m 8 years old and I have a tough time getting use with my tongue thrust

[@theTMJdoc]

Have you consulted with a practitioner who provides myofunctional therapy?

[@sonugupta7130]

doctor plz help me 🙏🙏🙏 4 years back I had a slap on my cheek and since then I forgot how to swallow any thing. Since then I am swallowing food incorrectly. My entire mouth is disturbed. Tinnitus Excessive salivation Clicking sound for both year Plz help me doctor I am begging for my normal earlier day 😫😫

[@theTMJdoc]

I’d recommend seeing a TMJ dentist or TMJ physical therapist! Good luck to you!

[@astonishingfacts8484]

Hi doc, can tmj lead to sleep apnea?

[@theTMJdoc]

Usually it’s the sleep apnea that leads to TMJD. I will be releasing a video on this next week! Please stay tuned :)

[@pinokodayo]

Any recommendations for practitioners in San Francisco?

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm sorry but I don't know anyone there.

[@burhanmalik9967]

I am a 14 years old from India and From past 2-3 years my tongue's front have some spots and they hurt , some doctors refer to it as ulceration but my tongue is always in contact with my teeth and I have a bad posture and also the nasal symptoms that you said , so I think I need a myofunctional therapy but there's no therapy over here what should I do. Plz guide what measures should i take. Btw Thanks for the info ♥️

[@theTMJdoc]

Many people offer myofunctional therapy online. Look up Megan Van Noy - Northwest Myofunctional Therapy.

[@mikescudder4621]

I tried it!!!

[@theTMJdoc]

Great!

[@genevieveduperreault7903]

Hi !If my patient is able to breathe well through his nose on demand, but does not do so naturally, do you think an ENT consultation is necessary?

[@theTMJdoc]

Are you providing Myofunctional Therapy?

[@genevieveduperreault7903]

@@theTMJdoc yes i begin myofonctional therapy with her at my clinic, we have had 2 meetings so far

[@genevieveduperreault7903]

for the moment I showed her to make saline water, blow his nose well and after the Buteyko method (she have 4 years old)

[@theTMJdoc]

@@genevieveduperreault7903 if you have an airway friendly ENT nearby it doesn’t hurt to have a consultation

[@genevieveduperreault7903]

​@@theTMJdoc thank you ! there is a year of waiting for see a ENT here :(

[@harsh461]

Dr, any tmj specialist suggestion in India?

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry I don't know anyone there.

[@hinaynihorvath3926]

When you get tmjd you will find out about how important tongue position is I'm finding out in a sea of pain

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear you're in pain!

[@minky114]

I did my brain scout n mri . Wat other important things to do for proper check up. To whom may I concern with my problem . I'm suffering from last 4 months with one or the other problem. No one diagnose it properly. all my nerves are depressed . 😔😔 And throbbing pain

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear this. Seeing a TMJ dentist or a TMJ physical therapist is a good place to start if you think it's TMJD. You can also see a neurologist or ENT.

[@VK-tw1vg]

Yes yes yes

[@theTMJdoc]

👍🏼

[@veronicahidalgo9908]

A tmj specialist or therapist in the border of kansas or Missouri?

[@theTMJdoc]

The only person I know over there is Dr Prabu Raman. He’s wonderful!

[@noahwardak886]

Hi Doc, I was basically doing some myofunctional therapy exercises for one week that involved tongue stretching. I’ve already had tmj for 2 years. Basically just ear fullness and ear pain but now I’ve been experiencing fascial spasms for the past week. Mostly spasms and tingling from my jaw all the way to my cheeks. Is it possible that my jaw has been overworked due to the exercises? Will it recover on its own with time?

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi there! If you have TMD, myofunctional therapy can actually make this worse. When this happens, I recommend pausing MFT and seeking TMD care.

[@liakosnek]

While we rest the tongue should our teeth be touching?

[@theTMJdoc]

@@liakosnek no they shouldn’t :)

[@liakosnek]

@@theTMJdoc thank you!!

[@alialnaabi9331]

Could you help me to treat my self? I forgot my tongue position and now I have a bad smell when I breath !

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry but I cannot help you over the internet and without examining you. Best of luck to you!

[@michellewood7183]

Hi Dr Priya. Can I ask since using a flat plain splint at night my symptoms have become so bad I can't function from severe Dizziness, brain fog,vision and hearing issues and pain jaw and neck. What is the best splint to ask for from a dentist as here in Australia very hard to find dentist who knows how to treat TMJ. I have been in neurological ward hospital because no one knows how to treat my debilitating symptoms. Should I stop wearing my flat plain splint all together.

[@theTMJdoc]

If the flat plane splint is not making you feel better, it may be best to stop wearing it, but definitely consult with your dentist before doing so. My video "How to Take an Aqualizer Bite - Updated" is a good guide for dentists on how to make an orthotic that will likely help relieve symptoms. Best of luck to you!

[@michellewood7183]

@@theTMJdoc We are having trouble in Australia trying to get Aqualizer in ultra medium.

[@theTMJdoc]

@@michellewood7183 why?

[@michellewood7183]

@@theTMJdoc Not sure say difficulty getting as out stock here. They only have mini one in medium.

[@theTMJdoc]

@@michellewood7183 hmmm... you can try to order it from my website. tmjdentaldoc.com/

[@trsh5691]

I wish I could come into your office! Where are you located? I am from the Boston, MA area and I am having an extremely difficult time finding a doctor that will take my insurance. If you know of anyone near me that takes Masshealth I would really appreciate your help... I'm tired of crying in bed nearly every single day and losing job after job from missing so many days due to the excruciating amounts of pain I am in. Not to mention how much my face has changed, sloped forward and sideways etc... If you see this and I hope you do because I love your videos and really trust your views and opinions and respect your practice and advice... I am so desperate as I've been dealing with this for over 10 years now, age 25 and it just gets worse and worse every year, every month, every day! :( @Priya Mistry, DDS - the TMJ doc

[@theTMJdoc]

Sorry to hear you’re going through this! my office is in Vancouver, WA (near Portland Oregon). You can email [e-mail] if you’d like to set up a zoom meeting with me😊

[@krisanjana9161]

After ortho T/t fixed retainer is there but ..in recent OPG I see resorption in 11 and in upper all 4 teeth there is mobilty also. I want to know reason behind this .And should I do?.In 12 composite & wire is apart from teeth teeth.

[@theTMJdoc]

I can’t tell you what the reason for your resorption is or recommend treatment over the internet and without examining you in person. Sorry and good luck to you.

[@banukadananjaya3721]

Is it ok to do those things after 4 teeth removal for braces

[@theTMJdoc]

I'd recommend meeting with a provider who does Myofunctional Therapy.

[@ds74878]

Is it possible to have tmj/tmd without jaw joint pain? I have facial paraesthesia and pressure but no joint pain.

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes!

[@mailynestorgio5810]

I just learned that maybe I have TMJ, TONGUE TIE. I am suffering from an unrelaxed tongue and my lips are not together (open bite). I do mouth breathing. I am 24 years old Is it possible for this to be treated thru therapy?

[@theTMJdoc]

Do you have jaw joint noises or pain?

[@aamnamoin5519]

I had braces for like 3 time still my teeth are getting relapse... Can you pls tell me what should I practice to stop it

[@theTMJdoc]

I cannot advise you over the internet and without examining you.

[@bennymac6618]

I had a septoplasty about three weeks ago, my dentist sent me after tmj, but now I am realizing the back of my tongue is uneven and tense along with an open bite from digit sucking when I was younger, I had braces but this came back after my wisdom teeth came out. Thoughts on what my next steps should be?

[@theTMJdoc]

I'm sorry but I cannot make recommendations on treatment over the internet and without examining you in person. Best of luck to you! :)

[@zdivinity]

If your already 15 and have been mouth breathing is it too late

[@theTMJdoc]

That’s not true! :). I’ve helped many patients in their 30s, 40s and older transition to breathing through their noses 100% of the time.

[@zdivinity]

@@theTMJdoc Will it help my facial structure ? even though i just started and im 15

[@theTMJdoc]

@@zdivinity yes it could!

[@mailynestorgio5810]

can mouth breathing still be treated?

[@theTMJdoc]

Yes!!!! It certainly can! Are you looking for treatment ?

[@sabrineghenami1145]

I started doing proper tongue posture (mewing) by my own and now i have tmjd and muscle tension wich i didn't have before starting mewing what does that mean ? And can i fix this by my own since the symptoms are recent (since a week) because there is no professionals where i live ..please respond me 😢

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry, but I can’t really make a recommendation over the Internet and without examining you. Best of luck to you!

[@harshittiwari7316]

Hello dr I recently had braces on my upper jaw my right side face is hurting around my cheek bone I can feel a spasm how can I release it kindly help

[@theTMJdoc]

Hi there. Please check out my KZbin playlist called “tmj exercises/muscle releases”. Try all the muscle releases and see if they help :)

[@Do.Christ]

Does post nasal drip contribute to this

[@theTMJdoc]

It can be related, yes.

[@lilgrannyari]

Hi doc and anyone else who sees this! I'm 33 and was recommended to an orthodontist who an open bite due to a tongue thrust, but the ortho wouldn't put braces on me until I'd gone to therapy. The only myofunctional therapist I could find in my area charges $4k for a year of therapy...do I have other, more affordable options? Edit: I haven't always had this tongue thrust but developed it along with a clenching issue as a result of stress.

[@theTMJdoc]

sorry to hear that. Megan Van Noy provides myofunctional therapy online and I believe her fees are lower than what you were quoted.

[@lilgrannyari]

@@theTMJdoc thank you!!

[@edgardodiaz8737]

When I try to keep my tongue to the roof of my mouth I start to salivate a lot is that bad?

[@theTMJdoc]

No, not bad but it might be annoying for you.

[@minky114]

Doc u r amazing.! Suddenly I watched ur video on tmj n subscribe d ur channel. Can I talk to u. Regarding my problem. Kindly response back. I have this problem. After passed the covid phase. my left jaw is stiff and having pain in head ,with migraine, neck and chronic shoulder pain. With this.distrub sleep. While my jaw teeth filled with mercury. And feeling pain while chewing . Not grinding my teeth too much. But at night might be it happened. Waiting for ur response.

[@theTMJdoc]

I would recommend seeing a TMJ Dentist or TMJ Physical Therapist for further evaluation. In the meantime you can watch my videos and do muscle releases at home - please watch the videos in my playlist called “TMJ Exercises/Muscle Releases”.

[@demie9178]

If the patient had mouth breathing did that mean he will have soon in the futur myofunctional désordre ??

[@theTMJdoc]

No not necessarily :)

[@demie9178]

@@theTMJdoc pls dr priya upload more info about that especially how we can practice myofunctional therapy in our clinic and what its the correlation with sleep apnea and tmj pain Waiting also for your live pls tell me time of stream live Thnk u in advace

[@theTMJdoc]

@@demie9178 hi! Please watch this video as it explains the correlation. I cannot provide training in myofunctional therapy.. sorry. Tongue Tie, Airway, & TMJD - Priya Mistry, DDS (the TMJ doc) #tonguetie #airway #tmjd kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6vQdHupZ9eZb9U

[@sankaribala6064]

Good Morning doctor I am from south India my daughter age 12 years old she need to start myofunctional therapy and I want to know it is the right age to do myofunctional therapy

[@theTMJdoc]

It can be done at any age from 2 years onwards

[@estrellahernandez6233]

@@theTMJdoc why only can be done from 2 years onwards?

[@theTMJdoc]

@@estrellahernandez6233 because it’s too hard for children younger than that.

[@estrellahernandez6233]

@@theTMJdoc ok thanks for your reply. I have a 6 months old baby and I've been recommended to do this for her. Do I need to wait until she's at least 2 years old or there's any alternative similar method than can help?

[@theTMJdoc]

@@estrellahernandez6233 do what for her? Can you please clarify?

[@Lukas-gx9wk]

Ive always breathed through my nose. When Covid started I began having symptoms of geographic tongue. It still persists, and now have developed this tmj in the past 7 months. any relation?

[@theTMJdoc]

I couldn't say if there's a relation or not. Sorry!

[@raymondvilla2766]

Are there any myofunctional therapist you know of and would reccomend in the Chicago area?

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry I don’t know anyone there.

[@thecricketremix7884]

I would love to take your appointment i have this same issue feom childhood breathing from mouth due to which i had developed problem of tounge thrust....and which has resulted in little crowding.... BUT THE PROBLEM IS I LIVES IN INDIA.... can you please suggest any doctor for this problem of mine in india....or can you tell me which doctors can help me like orthodontist or ENT doctors or some other type of doctors.....please help

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry but I don’t know anyone there.

[@jackiec6082]

My grandson always has his mouth opened. Can you recommend anyone who can help in Phoenix Arizona area?

[@theTMJdoc]

I'd recommend Megan VanNoy - she does treatment via Zoom. Here's the information for her KZbin channel and website: YT: www.youtube.com/@munchbunchmyopodcast8599 Website: www.orofacial-myology.com/

[@JustME-ft4di]

My jaw ligaments are lax a d jaw has collapsed at the back since went into spasm and licked from benzodiazepine withdrawal. Any ideas how to test jaw?

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m not sure what your question is? What do you mean by “test jaw”?

[@JustME-ft4di]

Sorry. Typo. I ‘reset’. My jaw has literally collapsed at the back so teeth are touching while front teeth are open so can stick tongue through them while back teeth are closed.

[@theTMJdoc]

@@JustME-ft4di I’m not sure what to tell you. It would be best if you consult with a TMJ dentist in your area so you can have a complete evaluation.

[@amalik12]

How well does the MFT work for adults?

[@theTMJdoc]

Really well if you’re committed to it! :)

[@amalik12]

@@theTMJdoc Thank you for the reply. I will look for your videos on tongue trust and resting position issues. If you have any other advice, please let me know.

[@hrujutakshirsagar3254]

Hello, I am Hrujuta Kshirsagar from India, I want to conduct a research on reducing sialorrhea in kids with Cerebral Palsy using Myofunctional Therapy. Could you help me with some intervention techniques with the same?

[@theTMJdoc]

I’m sorry but what exactly are you asking? :)

[@hrujutakshirsagar3254]

@@theTMJdoc Hey! Thanks for replying. I just wanted to know different exercises that can be used to strengthen the tongue n jaw n throat muscles.

[@theTMJdoc]

@@hrujutakshirsagar3254 I don’t recommend those exercises for my TMJ patients so I’m not the right person to ask. I’d recommend asking someone who provides myofunctional therapy. Good luck

[@sunshinesoul6004]

Is there anyone you'd recommend in the UK, my quality of life right now is awful I'm only 37😔

[@theTMJdoc]

Look up Dr Jaz Gulati. Best of luck to you!

[@sunshinesoul6004]

@@theTMJdoc thank you so much

[@sunshinesoul6004]

@@theTMJdoc I don't know how on earth... But he's from my home town of Reading 👀👀👀😩going to message him. Thank u so much

[@theTMJdoc]

@@sunshinesoul6004 you’re welcome! Best of luck to you! 😊🙏🏼

[@desousa.t]

👍♥️

[@theTMJdoc]

Thank you!

[@rehanshah9570]

Where is the exercise

[@theTMJdoc]

What exercise?

[@rehanshah9570]

The one you are talking about in the video

[@theTMJdoc]

@@rehanshah9570 you will need to see a provider who does myofunctional therapy for that.

[@rehanshah9570]

@@theTMJdoc ❤️

[@jodajazzjunky]

it's literally impossible, you can't do it! 😰trust me, i tried!!!

[@theTMJdoc]

Can't do what?

[@jodajazzjunky]

@@theTMJdoc 5:42 I tried to prove you wrong and fainted 🤕

[@theTMJdoc]

@@jodajazzjunky oh no! 🙈. Be careful!

[@jodajazzjunky]

@@theTMJdoc all jokes aside, very informative and well structured breakdown, I got a lot of valuable information from this video 🧐

[@theTMJdoc]

@@jodajazzjunky I’m so glad!

[@infinityboom1842]

Ana de armas?

[@theTMJdoc]

Haha thanks

[@anshitajain8196]

I m in depression becouse I m a month breather and not good looking 😔😣

[@theTMJdoc]

sorry to hear this! have you consulting with a practitioner who provides myofunctional therapy?

[@anshitajain8196]

@@theTMJdoc no ... I'm thinking of getting braces