The Myo Moment

The Myo Moment

The Myo Moment offers concise, impactful insights that illuminate the profound difference myofunctional therapy can make in lives. Here professionals share the pivotal cases that shaped their understanding and practice of myofunctional therapy. Each 15-20 minute episode brings you a deeply personal and professional look into specific patient journeys, from initial signs and symptoms to the transformative power of therapy. Discover the common challenges, innovative approaches, and heartwarming successes that define this vital field.

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October 23, 2025 20 mins

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Join us this week where we have Irene Iskander back to chat about how parents can get the best care for their kids. A big theme? Data! Irene suggests tracking everything – sleep, meds, diet – and bringing that info to the doctor. It helps them understand what's going on and come up with better solutions.

But, it's not just about the data. It's about finding the right doctor. Some just aren't...

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Ever wondered about tongue ties and their impact on overall well-being? In this episode, Michele Murdy, a registered dental hygienist and myofunctional therapist, shares her personal journey of discovering and addressing her own tongue tie.

Michele talks about recognizing the signs, preparing for a frenuloplasty, and the surprising recovery process. From initial tightness to improved range of motion, she h...

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Navigating a child's mouth breathing and sleep issues can be complex, join us this week with Dr. David McIntosh to break it down! In this episode, Australian ENT Dr. McIntosh, highlights a case where a 2-year-old's initial adenoid removal provided temporary relief, but symptoms returned due to newly developed dust mite allergies. Even after anatomical issues are addressed, functional problems can p...

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Join us this week as our special guest, Robin Fapp, a registered dental hygienist who, at age 57, launched a myofunctional therapy practice, shares the transformative effects of treatment on her grandson. Josiah, diagnosed with grade three/four tongue and lip ties and autism, experienced significant improvements in sensory processing, sleep, and meltdowns after undergoing myofunctional therapy, an ALF appl...

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Join us this week as our guest, Ashley Dorado, a Myofunctional Therapist, discussing a case study of a young baseball player with postural issues and athletic performance limitations. The player's treatment involved myofunctional therapy, addressing issues like forward head posture, airway restrictions, and tongue tie. Additionally, a multidisciplinary approach, including orthodontics, osteopathy, and ...

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Amanda Zubricki, a deaf mom, dental hygienist, massage therapist, and founder of That Deaf RDH, shares her experience with her daughter's NICU stay and the subsequent challenges breastfeeding. Due to the missed "golden hour" and lack of support focusing on airway and myofunctional therapy, breastfeeding was unsuccessful. She now advocates for increased education on the myofunctional benefits ...

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You can watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/x0mgJQhZ4-I

This episode Elaina Grant, RDH, shares her experience with Maxillary Assisted Rapid Palatal Expansion (MARPE), a procedure she underwent to address her bite bite, tongue thrust, crossbite, gummy smile, and narrow face. Unlike traditional expanders, MARPE uses surgically implanted screws and is suitable for adults. While effective in...

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September 4, 2025 23 mins

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This week's episode features a pediatric SLP, Suzanne Ducharme, discussing her holistic approach to treating infants. She emphasizes the importance of considering the entire family system, including parental relationships and stress levels, alongside the physical release of the ties. Ducharme highlights the need for nervous system regulation in both the infant and parents for successful treatment and ...

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Join us this week as our featured guest, Tiernee Midkiff discusses a successful adult case study. Her client came to her with lifelong issues, including ear pain and a persistent open bite, and received comprehensive myofunctional therapy to address nasal breathing, enlarged tonsils, and a tongue tie. The collaborative approach involved an ENT and orthodontist, resulting in improved breathing, posture, bite closure, and weight loss...

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This podcast episode features Irene Iskander, a dental hygienist and founder of Fit Your Face, who discusses her journey using myofunctional therapy to treat her son's recurring sleep apnea. Despite multiple surgeries, her son's condition worsened until she discovered the link between mouth breathing and sleep apnea. Myofunctional therapy, focusing on strengthening oral muscles, proved more effecti...

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August 14, 2025 1 min

Welcome to The Myo Moment—a podcast where each 15–20 minute episode delivers one powerful insight into the life-changing potential of myofunctional therapy.

Join host Karese Laguerre, a thought leader and educator in myofunctional therapy, as she sits down with like-minded professionals who share the pivotal cases that shaped their practice and transformed patient lives—from newborns facing early dysregulation, to teens navigating D...

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