February 2024
February 2024 Orofacial Myology News
- The Incredible Power of Brainstorming
- Form vs Function: What Follows What in Myo?
- Featured Q&A: How do I tell current patients we are instituting something new?/ How do I handle pressure from a parent that insists I begin treatment when the child has a barrier?
- QOM Gems - with Rachel Miller (SLP)
- Our Newest Product: Extinguished!
- Extinguished!: An Interview with the Author.
- A Myo Look at Advertising
- Congratulations QOMs 2023
August 2023
August 2023 Orofacial Myology News
- Jumping to Conclusions
- What is Lingual-Palatal Suction and When is it Compromised? by Zohara Nguyen, CCC-SLP, CPSP, QOM
- Featured Q&A: Clients incorporate outside muscles when first learning some of the exercises / How long is an Orofacial Myology evaluation?
- Information about Orofacial Myology Disorders in French
- Therapist Refill Pack
- QOM Gems - Julie Paulson (SLP)
- Our Newest Product: MYO EvalKit
- NHS Mid Year Meeting
- Can we do Myo Treatment while people are in expansion, in braces, or in Invisalign?” by Becky Ellsworth RDH, BS, QOM
- What is Your Niche by Christina Bridges, RDH, QOM, LMBT
- What is Your Elevator Pitch?
- The Myo Manual can be found on 6 Continents
April 2023
April 2023 Orofacial Myology News
- Tongue Thrust, a misnomer?
- Introducing a new section
- Flipping the Myo Narrative on Lip Enhancements by Zohara Nguyen, CCC-SLP, CPSP, QOM
- Is a Frenectomy covered as a Medical or Dental procedure?by Karen Wuertz DDS, QOM
- QOM Gems - with Shreena Bhojani, SLP
- Seeing Myo through the eyes of a non therapist by Carma Stump
- QOMs across the USA
- Myo Business Minute by Christina Bridges, RDH, QOM, LMBT
- A Google Search Full of Surprises by Becky Ellsworth RDH, BS, QOM
- Sleep Disordered Breathing and Obstructive Sleep Apnea Leigh Anne D’Avanzo RDH, QOM
January 2023
January 2023 Orofacial Myology News
- False Promises?
- Outside of the “mouth box”: Biting into Healthy Digestion Part Two: How do you chew? by Becky Ellsworth RDH, BS, QOM
- Looking isn’t Always Listening: Can myo compensations trick what you “hear”? by Zohara Nguyen, CCC-SLP, CPSP, QOM
- Karen Wuertz chapter contribution at Dental Sleep Medicine: A Clinical Guide
- QOM Gems - with Kate Chatigny, SLP
- Featured Graduates: Myo Sphere
- Mary Irene Burtis Obituary
- Myo-On-the-Go?
- From Humble Beginnings Come Great Things
- So you want to be an insurance provider? by Lisa Butler, MS, CCC-SLP, QOM
- Meet Bailey
- 3 Tools to Keep Myo Practice on Track
October 2022
October 2022 Orofacial Myology News
- TMD vs SLEEP, a Prevalent Dilemma
- QOM credential is a now a registered trademark.
- Outside of the “mouth box”: Biting into Healthy Digestion
- Breathe, Sleep, Thrive: An Interview with Dr. Shereen Lim
- Community Connections
- QOM Gems - with Allegra Le, SLP
- Featured Graduate and Team: Kristin Miller, Director of Miller Therapy, LLC.
- Myo Demo Model: Team Choice
- Mystery behind the NPI by Lisa Butler, MS, CCC-SLP, QOM
- Believe it or not - Thumbsucking Artifacts by Greta
- Orofacial Myology Crossword
July 2022
July 2022 Orofacial Myology News
April 2022
April 2022 Orofacial Myology News
December 2021
December 2021 Orofacial Myology News
August 2021
August 2021 Orofacial Myology News
April 2021
April 2021 Orofacial Myology News
December 2020
Dec 2020 Orofacial Myology News
September 2020
Sept 2020 Orofacial Myology News
- Orofacial Myology Training and “Missing Links”
- Motivations: #7333 Orofacial Myology Concepts You Need to Know: Eliminating Barriers to Treatment Success
- Behind the Curtains: The Interdisciplinary World of Ankyloglossia
- Store Sensibly
- Earn Orofacial Myology CEU’s at Home
- Grads Corner by Karen Masters
- New CPT Code Now Available to Report COVID-19 PPE Costs
- A Big Welcome to Jamesa Treadwell
- When and How Featured Grad Sharon Collins Re-Opened Her Practice
- VIVOS Therapeutics
- I spy with my myo eye
- Outside of the “mouth box”: What We Teach, How We Teach, and Why we Teach
- QOM: Are you ready to request yours?
June 2020
Jun 2020 Orofacial Myology News
- A+A+A=Achievement
- Why is HIPPA important for healthcare platforms?
- Welcome to our virtual learning environment
- Grads Corner by Karen Masters
- Featured Graduate:Amy J. Clayman,CCC-SLP,QOM
- Feed the peds
- Has the current world situation affected your sleep?
- Orofacial Myology, international perspectives is really getting international
- I spy with my myo eye
- Outside of the “mouth box”:Using continuing education with wisdom and caution
- QOM: The benefits of taking on the challenge
January 2020
Jan 2020 Orofacial Myology News
- Does Snoring = Obstructive Sleep Apnea?
- Happy New Year Promotion
- Motivation: NOT just for the patient!
- Grads Corner by Karen Masters
- Myo on Etsy:Zohara Nguyen
- 2019 A year in pictures.
- Outside of the “mouthbox”: My Own tale
- Orofacial Myofunctional Teletherapy is Possible
- Featured Graduate:Millicent S.Porter,SLP,QOM
August 2019
Aug 2019 Orofacial Myology News
- Passionately Curious—A weakness or an asset?
- Dr. Bob’s: TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR JAW GROWTH VARIATIONS
- Myo Video Series is forthcoming
- Grads Corner by Karen Masters
- Society6:Zohara Nguyen, SLP
- Mohegan Sun Resort: AGD 2019
- Featured Graduate:Ryan P. Robinson, DDS
- Outside of the “mouthbox”: You Can Lead A Horse to Water…
- POCKET PILLOW: The Gentle Reminder
- Becoming Qualified in Orofacial Myology
May 2019
May 2019 Orofacial Myology News
- Elevator Speech
- QOM(Qualification in Orofacial Myology) updated statistics
- Dr. Bob’s: Treating Lip Incompetence
- Featured Graduate: Kimberly White, SLP MS, CCC-SLP
- Grads Corner by Karen Masters: It's a Wrap!
- Texas Style: 3rd Annual Symposium
- Outside of the “mouthbox”: Nitric Oxide (NO) Uncovered……
- The Long awaited updated version of Growing The Nails has arrived!
- Testimonials
January 2019
Jan 2019 Orofacial Myology News
- It is official: Qualified Orofacial Myologist (QOM)
- Dr. Bob’s: Claims of Improving Muscle "Tone" Should Be Avoided
- Grads Corner by Karen Masters: Everywhere I look I see mouths!
Blessing and a curse!! - Asha related News: New Practice Portal for Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders
- Unplugging The Thumb Anniversary
- Featured Graduate: Brittny Sciarra RDH, BS
- Outside of the “mouthbox”: Food for Thought……
- Learning and Playing with sounds
- How I gained recognition of Orofacial Myology in Iowa by Lea Allbaugh, RDH
- Annual Session to Feature Dr. Proffit
- 3rd Annual Orofacial Myology Symposium: A Retreat to Enhance Your Clinical Skills
October 2018
Oct 2018 Orofacial Myology News
- The Time Has Come - are we a discipline or a profession?
- Dr. William Proffit mention
- Dr. Bob’s: The Consequences of OMDs
- Grads Corner by Karen Masters: Charlotte Convention
- Time Management Tips For The Busy Therapist by Hallie Bulkin
- Bilingual Brochures for Your Patients Finally Available
- Useful links for orofacial myologists
- Outside of the “mouthbox”: Food for Thought……
- Orofacial Myology disorders in China - Dr. Jane Shi
- 2nd Annual Orofacial Myology Symposium pictures and more....
- Featured Grad: Mari Nieminen
May 2018
May 2018 Orofacial Myology News
- What Age is Appropriate for OM Treatment?
- Dr. Bob’s: How might dental eruption be affected by an orofacial myofunctional disorder?
- Grads Corner by Karen Masters: Chicago Symposium
- Products have been evolving and we want to keep you updated.
- Outside of the “mouthbox”: One idea about how to talk to a DDS.....
- IAOM Convention: The Tensegrity Advantage: Connect, Support, Integrate
- 2nd Annual Orofacial Myology Symposium pictures and more....
- Featured Grad: Chris Walsh Zombek
January 2018
Jan 2018 Orofacial Myology News
- What REALLY is in a Name?
- Dr. Bob’s: The Diagnostic Importance of the Nasolabial Angle and the Liminal Valve
- Grads Corner by Karen Masters: “Happy New Year to you all!”
- Outside of the “mouthbox”: Make it Official
- Looking for Dentists, Hygienists and Volunteers to do a Mission in Galapagos Islands
- IAOM Convention Pictures
- “The Chick Who Clicks” by Nora Dalton Litzelman, RDH, MS
- Featured Grad: Susie Appleman
October 2017
Oct 2017 Orofacial Myology News
- Obligatory: tongue thrust, articulation disorder, swallow pattern, manner of breathing?
- Dr. Bob’s: An Explanation of the Dental Terms “Differential Eruption” and “Vertical Drift”
- Grads Corner by Karen Masters: “SECOND ANNUAL!”
- Outside of the “mouthbox”: Who are you and why do you do what you do?
- Benefits of a Free Consultation by Angie A. Lehman, RDH, COM
- “A picture is worth a thousand words” by Nora Dalton Litzelman, RDH, MS
- Featured Grad: Karen Goske Krogg
July 2017
Jul 2017 Orofacial Myology News
- PRE Frenectomy Exercises: To do or not to do?
- Neo-Health Services is now an AGD provider
- Dr. Bob’s: Questions posed by a clinician about an open bite that developed following orthodontic treatment
- Grads Corner by Karen Masters: “Restrictions”
- Caroline Bowman M.Ed., CCC-SLP: Hello from Southeast Georgia!
- Outside of the “mouthbox”: “Snuffocation”
- Characteristics of a Great Website by Angie A. Lehman, RDH, COM
- Highlight of the Annual Symposium
- Featured Grad: Karen Masters
April 2017
Apr 2017 Orofacial Myology News
- Is the definition of orofacial myology becoming muddled?
- Dr. Bob’s: Whether or not to Treat Children with Down Syndrome
- Grads Corner Greetings from beautiful Barcelona! by Karen Masters
- Why Photographs are Important? by Angie A. Lehman, RDH, COM
- Outside of the “mouthbox”, Take time for YOU!!! by Becky Ellsworth
- Orofacial Myology Presentation – XVIII National Conference AMCAOF
- IAOM Related News: Mary Billings, President of the IAOM comments how the practice of Orofacial Myology today largely remains an unlicensed and unregulated field. Shira Kirsh, the Poster Chair and Presentation Moderator for the IAOM 2017 announces the Call for Posters for the Annual Convention.
- Featured Grad: Susana Montoto
December 2016
Dec 2016 Orofacial Myology News
- My Life as a Mentor by Anita Weinfield, MA.COM
- Dr. Mason. What can orofacial myofunctional clinicians offer to counter dental alignment changes (relapse) following orthodontic treatment?
- Grads corner, Ho, ho, ho… No more snow!
- Grads Corner
- Dr. Bob’s recommendation: Effect of orthodontic treatment on the upper airway volume in adults.
- Outside of the “mouthbox”, Ever Growing
- The Importance of professional correspondence letters
- IAOM 45th Annual Convention “Beyond the Basics”
October 2016
Oct 2016 Orofacial Myology News
- Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy: It’s Not Tongue Thrust Therapy
- ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS ACCEPTED
- WEBSITE CLAIMS AND LEGAL CAVEATS
- Grads Corner
- Outside of the “mouthbox”, WOW Cups – Therapy Benefiters??
- The Myrtle Beach Experience
- Orofacial Myology News July 2016
July 2016
Jul 2016 Orofacial Myology News
- Approximately 42 million American adults have Sleep Disordered Breathing!
- IATP achieves official non-profit status of 501(c)(3)
- Potential Legal Risks Associated With The Practice of Orofacial Myology
- Grads Corner
- Outside of the “mouthbox”, New Adventures
- Orofacial Myology Related News: IAOM Convention 2016 “Beyond the Basics”
- Hashtag (#OralHabits)
- Did you know…
April 2016
Apr 2016 Orofacial Myology News
- Setting Realistic Goals
- What is our role and where does it begin and end
- Velopharyngeal Insufficiency and Eustachian Tube Dysfunction
- Grads Corner
- Outside of the “mouthbox”, Why work with me?
- Orofacial Myology Related News: IAOM Convention 2016
- The Use of Post Nominal Letters: A much more serious issue than many are aware of.
- Featured Graduates: Angela Rivera
December 2015
Dec 2015 Orofacial Myology News
- Orofacial Myologist and Thumb Sucking Elimination
- Tongue Thrusting and Tongue Rest Position
- T.R.E.S. OM
- Grads Corner
- Evidence of the Tooth Fairy
- IAOM Orlando Convention
- Orofacial Myologists know how to have fun
- Outside of the “mouthbox”, Who would be the perfect myologist in my opinion? An SLP/RDH COM combination!
- Orofacial Myology: International Perspectives
- Featured Graduates: Mary Billings
October 2015
Oct 2015 Orofacial Myology News
- How Would You Handle the Following Situation?
- Tongue Protrusion: A Respiratory Need or Habit Pattern?
- IAOM Annual Convention 2015 Program
- Grads Corner
- Outside of the “mouthbox”, I love being a COM – what about YOU?
- Festive Thanksgiving Foods on a Liquid Diet?
- Featured Graduates: Kathy Gernhard and Glenda Zamzow
July 2015
Jul 2015 Orofacial Myology News
- Are there any specific guidelines for identifying whether the hard palate is high-vaulted?
- Question to Dr. Mason about old, outdated studies
- In Loving Memory Pam Marshalla
- Orofacial Myology Anatomy Criss Cross Puzzle
- Outside of the “mouthbox”, The “Uniqueness” of Orofacial Myology Therapy
- Simple Beef Tongue
- Orofacial Myology: From Basics to Habituation: Myo Manual (Now in Spanish)
- Cecelia Cienska SLP
March 2015
Mar 2015 Orofacial Myology News
- The Orofacial Myologist: Who should be eligible to become one?
- Tonsils and Adenoids
- IAOM President Shari Green To Host a Thumb Workshop at RDH Under One Roof
- Myo-Mentors
- Orlando IAOM Convention News 2015
- Tongue Tied Drink
- Outside of the “mouthbox”, Why do we keep “tongue thrust???
- Cheryl Thoms, MA, Reg. CASLPO
January 2015
Jan 2015 Orofacial Myology News
- How to Get Referrals: Avoiding the Cookbook Approach
- 2014 in Pictures
- Does the Tongue Shape the Palate?
- Tips to Frost Cakes
- Outside of the “mouthbox”, A Blessing and a Curse
- Understanding the Orofacial Complex: Muscle Manual
- Kristie Gatto, MA, CCC-SLP, COM.
October 2014
Oct 2014 Orofacial Myology News
- Does Piercing Increase Risk for Airway Obstruction
- Tongue Tie Definitions
- Clinical Assessment of the Freeway Space
- Tips to Frost Cakes
- Outside of the “mouthbox”, The Palatogram Orofacial Myology Connection
- History of How one SLP became Certified Orofacial Myologist
- Naurine Shah, RDH,COM,BDS
July 2014
Jul 2014 Orofacial Myology News
- RPM a new acronym for US.
- The New Edition of The Myo Manual Is Here.
- What to Demo For Lunch and Learn at Dental Offices.
- Can a posterior crossbite in children be the result of airway issues?
- Thank You Calgary!
- Outside of the “mouthbox
- My Life as a Mentor By Anita Weinfield, MA.COM
- Karen Wuertz: Why Orofacial Myology? Why Now?
May 2014
May 2014 Orofacial Myology News
- Macroglossia and Decisions we have to Make
- “Evidence Based” Is that enough?
- Nasal Polyps: A short tutorial
- IAOM becoming a nonprofit organization.
- Outside the Mouth Box:” A New Perspective
- Myo Cake
- What is Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling) and Can Orofacial Myology Really Help?
- Amy Garren
January 2014
Jan 2014 Orofacial Myology News
- What is Lip Incompetence?
- Barriers to Succes
- Myofascial Release… Not part of orofacial myology?
- IAOM Convention in Washington, DC
- The Orofacial Myology Group: a tool to share information with one another
- The IAOM Mentoring Committee
- Presidential Award: A personal note from Sandra
- Outside of the “mouthbox”
- Lemon Chews
- Angie Lehman & Sherie Tynes- Dietz
October 2013
Oct 2013 Orofacial Myology News
- Pursuing Perfection Through Technology
- 2013 New Board of Directors
- 3D4 Medical.com, Apps for health professionals
- Dr. Mason’s LABIAL FRENULAE – IMPORTANT ORTHODONTIC CONSIDERATIONS
- Orofacial Myologists Around the World: Ana Lia Garretto
- Outside of the “mouthbox”
- LICK-the-Bowl-Clean Hummus
- DawnMoore
July 2013
Jul 2013 Orofacial Myology News
- What is the relationship between a solid program of orofacial myology and various speech disorders including misarticulation?”
- Voice Instructors and Orofacial Myologists,,, a Very Harmonious Connection!
- IAOM proficiency exam
- Counter +, Helpful APP
- An Explanation Of a Tongue Thrust Disorder for Patients/Parents
- NJ Bill 2318 : Infant Screening for Tongue-tie
- Tongue Tie: Morphogenesis, Impact, Assessment and Treatment Presentation
- The International Affiliation of Tongue-tie Professionals. 2013 tongue-Tie Summit.
- LICK your Lips Chili
- Judy Halpren
April 2013
Apr 2013 Orofacial Myology News
- Mandibular Tori: Possible Connection with Sleep Apnea
- Position Statement Regarding Appliance Use For Oral Habit Patterns.
Some orthodontists and others in dentistry continue to address oral habit patterns with appliances involving cribs, rakes, spikes, prongs or other tongue reminders. By contrast, procedures utilized by orofacial myologists are effective in modifying oral habit patterns without the need for appliances. - The order of things… The importance of a sensible, sequential treatment program.
- When should we be seeing patients post-frenectomy?
- The Professional Method to Guide Your Patients to Stop Thumb Sucking
- Leslie Whitaker
December 2012
Dec 2012 Orofacial Myology News
- When Not to Treat
- Tongue Piercing – its effect on treatment
- So many terms, so much confusion!
- Bites Recipe
- International Affiliation of Tongue-tie Professionals
- Albuquerque, NM
- The “first Stop” Pacifier Method
- Elizabeth Roberts
October 2012
Oct 2012 Orofacial Myology News
- Geographic Tongue
- Therapy Styles
- Myo-Maze
- Halloween Fruit Apple Teeth Treats
- 2013 IAOM Convention – Albuquerque, NM
- IJOM: The 2012 issue
- Myo Games. How can I keep the child motivated throughout the session?
- Susan Arnold
July 2012
Jul 2012 Orofacial Myology News
- The importance of descriptions
- Advantages and Disadvantages of Removable Appliances in Orthodontics
- Find the hidden myology related words
- Orofacial Myologists Building our Field Around the World
- Ready for Certification?
- ASHA annual exhibit
- Disk Elevators: Are they the former “Marshmallow Twist” disks?
- Tracy McNair
March 2012
Mar 2012 Orofacial Myology News
- Is the SLEEP APNEA a myofunctional concern?
- Labial Frena
- Perhaps an exception to stopping the pacifier?
- A tongue-tie quiz for you
- Welcome to Our New Executive Coordinator Jenn Asher
- Best Answer to our Question: Our Role in Nail Biting Should Nail Biting be within our scope of practice?
- 3 Way or 2 Way Mouth Props?
- Sarah Hornsby
December 2011
Dec 2011 Orofacial Myology News
- Which Wind Instrument for Malocclusion?
- Question for today: Our Role and Nail Biting
- Terms, definitions we should know…
- Delayed use of a bottle may prevent subsequent speech disorders, suggests a 2009 study.
- Why Telepractice?
- How Many CE’s Needed?
- Lip Strength Meter and what it measures
- Joni Loftin
- The Proficiency Examination revision committee “New exam”
August 2011
Aug 2011 Orofacial Myology News
- Frenotomy: takes longer to fill out consent form than the actual procedure itself
- ROM Acronyms Changed: Requires Your Attention
- HoltzmansGraduates@YahooGroups.com
- Cincinnati Annual Convention
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