Welcome to The Myo Center
Our mission is to uncover and treat the root causes of breathing, swallowing, chewing, and speech difficulties through evidence-based therapy. Whether you’re a child or an adult, our certified myofunctional therapist will design a personalized plan that helps you build healthier habits—for now and for life.
WHO WE ARE
Your Trusted Myofunctional Therapist Team
At The Myo Center, we specialize in myofunctional therapy—a targeted program of exercises designed to retrain the muscles of the mouth, face, head, and neck. Our lead myofunctional therapist, Viola Zabolotskiy, is a registered dental hygienist with advanced training in orofacial myofunctional therapy. Since 2018, she has dedicated herself to identifying dysfunctional muscle patterns and restoring optimal oral and airway health through customized, hands-on care.
Vision: To raise awareness of orofacial health and its impact on dental and medical outcomes.
Mission: To enhance life quality through personalized myofunctional therapy plans that promote healthy breathing, functioning airways, and long-lasting wellness.
WHAT IS MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY?
Myofunctional therapy (also called orofacial myofunctional therapy) is a specialized form of rehabilitation that focuses on the coordinated function of the facial and oral muscles. It’s similar to physical therapy—but for your mouth, tongue, jaw, and airway .
It addresses dysfunctional patterns such as tongue thrusting, mouth breathing, clenching/grinding, improper swallowing, and abnormal chewing.
Through structured, progressive exercises, it promotes nasal breathing, appropriate resting tongue posture, correct swallowing patterns, and stronger muscle control.
Typical outcomes include improved sleep, clearer speech, reduced TMJ strain, enhanced orthodontic stability, and better overall airway function .
OUR SERVICES
Myofunctional Therapy Solutions for All Ages
We offer a comprehensive suite of myofunctional therapy services for individuals of all ages. Every program begins with a full evaluation, followed by customized sessions tailored to your needs.
Clenching & Grinding
Sleep Apnea & Snoring
Orthodontic Relapse
Mouth Breathing & Open-Mouth Posture
Unbalanced Oral Habits
Tongue-Tie Prevention & Re-Education
WHY CHOOSE US?
Whole-root approach
We address underlying dysfunction, not just symptoms, to support lifelong wellness.
Customized, result-driven therapy
Your sessions are tailored to fit your unique needs and your progress.
Collaborative care
We coordinate with airway-focused professionals to offer comprehensive, integrated treatment.
TESTIMONIAL
What is Myofunctional Therapy?
Myofunctional Therapy is a type of treatment designed to address and correct abnormal oral and facial muscle patterns. It involves exercises and techniques to improve functions such as breathing, chewing, swallowing, and speaking by training the muscles of the mouth and face.
How does Myofunctional Therapy work
The therapy focuses on re-educating and strengthening the muscles around the mouth and face. This is done through a series of exercises tailored to the individual's specific needs, aimed at improving muscle function and alignment, which can lead to better overall oral health and function.
What are the benefits of Myofunctional Therapy?
Benefits can include improved breathing patterns, better sleep quality, enhanced speech clarity, improved swallowing function, and reduced discomfort related to jaw and facial muscles. It can also support orthodontic treatments and help manage conditions like sleep apnea and TMJ disorders.
Location
Vancouver, WA
Portland
Contact Us
16701 SE McGillivray Blvd., STE 175 Vancouver, WA 98683
Phone:
(360)803-2722
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