SOUND FUNCTION
What is Myomunchee?
Myomunchee is a silicone oral appliance designed by Dr. Kevin Bourke, a dentist in Australia in 1967. This small device has a huge impact when used for only 10 minutes a day.
It integrates facial, jaw and tongue muscles by working together for better jaw function and breathing. This benefits and supports lip seal, nasal breathing, chewing, correct swallow posture and overall oral health.
Benefits of using the Myomunchee
- Treats gingivitis and gum disease.
- Active usage significantly reduces plaque
- Enhances and preserves mouth strength and oral function
- Replaces/therapy for non-nutritive suck habits such as pacifier use. Ideal for those too young to commence orthodontic treatment
- Treatment for malocclusion and achieving a balanced smile after orthodontic treatment combined with orofacial myofunctional therapy, including muscle exercises
- Improves head, neck and jaw position
- Impacts the cervical spine thus acting as a descending postural driver on the structures below and improving overall posture.
Signs your child may benefit from using a munchee
- Issues with dribbling and drooling
- Mouth breathing in the day time or while sleeping
- Messy eating
- Misaligned teeth
- Ear and sinus congestion
- Teeth clenching and grinding
We can help!
Proper diagnosis allows for targeted and effective therapeutic intervention. At Sound Mouths, we identify the root cause of multiple problems and develop a tailor-made treatment plan. At times, our treatment plans may include collaboration with other relevant medical professionals.