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Orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs) are patterns involving oral and orofacial musculature that interfere with normal growth, development, or function of orofacial structures, or call attention to themselves , OMDs can be found in children, adolescents, and adults.
Causes of Orofacial Myofunctional DisordersThere is not a known, single cause of OMDs. OMDs may be caused by several factors: Blocked nasal passages because of tonsil size or allergies. When the nasal passages are blocked, people may need to breathe through their mouth instead.

Treatment
Myofunctional therapy is an exercise program that helps treat orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs). OMDs are abnormal movement patterns of your face or mouth. They can be caused by: blocked nasal passages.

Myofunctional therapy is an exercise-based therapy. Think of it like physical therapy, only for the muscles of the mouth, tongue and face. The exercises are designed specifically to train proper breathing, speaking, chewing and swallowing.

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