Pediatric Myofunctional Therapy in Mequon & Milwaukee
Specialized care for mouth breathing, tongue thrust, and orthodontic support—led by Milwaukee’s only Certified Orofacial Myologist.
Helping Your Child Grow, Breathe, and Sleep Better
You might have heard the term "Myofunctional Therapy" from your orthodontist, dentist, or pediatrician. Or perhaps you’ve noticed subtle signs yourself—your child breathes with their mouth open, their tongue pushes forward when they swallow, or they still suck their thumb long past the toddler years.
At Mequon Speech & Learning Connection, we know these aren't just "quirks" or bad habits. They are signs of an Orofacial Myofunctional Disorder (OMD). Unlike standard speech therapy that focuses only on sounds, our Pediatric Myofunctional Therapy program treats the root cause: the muscles. We retrain the tongue, lips, and jaw to work in harmony, setting the foundation for healthy facial growth, clear speech, and a lifetime of better breathing.
Why Choose a Speech-Language Pathologist for Myofunctional Therapy?
You have choices when it comes to your child's care. Many providers (including dental hygienists) offer basic myofunctional exercises. However, the connection between the muscles, speech, and swallowing is complex.
We offer a medical, whole-child approach that others cannot.
As licensed Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) who are also Certified Orofacial Myologists, we are uniquely qualified to treat the entire function of the mouth.
Protecting Your Investment in Braces
You can spend thousands on braces to straighten your child's teeth, but if they swallow incorrectly (pushing the tongue against the teeth 1,000+ times a day), that pressure will eventually undo the orthodontist's work.
We work alongside your orthodontist to ensure the muscles are neutral. By teaching the tongue to rest on the roof of the mouth (the "Spot"), we act as a natural retainer, ensuring those beautiful smiles stay straight for life.
The Mequon Difference: Why a Medical Approach Matters
At Mequon Speech & Learning Connection, we believe that true progress happens when you treat the root cause, not just the symptoms. While school-based therapy is excellent for educational support, it often lacks the scope to address the underlying medical and physiological drivers of a child's struggles. We don't just ask what is wrong; we ask why.
By evaluating your child’s airway health, sleep quality, oral structure, and feeding habits alongside their speech, we connect the dots that others miss. This holistic, medical-based perspective ensures that we aren't just putting a "band-aid" on a behavior, but building a physiological foundation for lifelong health.
Choosing Mequon means choosing the highest standard of expertise in Wisconsin. Led by Milwaukee’s only Certified Orofacial Myologist who is also a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, our team bridges the critical gap between dentistry and therapy. We are uniquely qualified to treat complex issues like swallowing disorders (dysphagia) and articulation errors simultaneously—something dental providers and general therapists cannot do.
Whether your child is navigating a tongue tie, battling sleep-disordered breathing, or struggling with focus, our dual-certification allows us to create a unified, comprehensive services that treats the whole child, from breathing to speaking to thriving.
Partner with Milwaukee’s Only Certified Orofacial Myologist for Specialized Pediatric Myofunctional Therapy in Mequon
Your child’s health is too important for guesswork. Don’t let a hidden tongue thrust or chronic mouth breathing undo years of orthodontic work or impact their sleep quality.
As the region's leading experts, we go beyond basic exercises to provide a medical-based, comprehensive solution that treats the root cause of oral dysfunction. Choose the practice that bridges the critical gap between dentistry and speech therapy to ensure your child’s airway, speech, and smile are protected for life.
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Email: office@mequonspeech.com