Bite, breathing, and facial posture—guided training for healthier habits
Personalized exercises address orofacial myofunctional disorders (OMDs) that may impact chewing, swallowing, speech, and airway health. Virtual coaching available.
- Evidence‑informed exercise therapy
- Family‑friendly: children, teens, and adults
- In‑person or virtual options
Meet Cristie Morabito‑Caseman, RDH
Cristie is a certified / licensed Cranio Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist and registered dental hygienist with over two decades of experience. She’s passionate about whole‑body wellness and the ways airway, craniofacial development, breathing, and tongue posture influence health. Since 2019 she has focused on helping families discover the benefits of myofunctional therapy.
What we work on
Programs are tailored to each individual. Therapy may complement care from your dentist, orthodontist, ENT, SLP, or sleep specialist.
Nasal breathing & Buteyko techniques
Training for diaphragmatic, nasal breathing habits to support airway function.
Tongue posture & mobility
Optimal tongue resting position and mobility, including pre/post tongue‑tie release support.
Lip seal & mouth closure
Strengthening lips and cheeks to encourage consistent oral resting posture.
Eliminating oral habits
Plans to reduce thumb/finger sucking, cheek biting, and other oral habits.
Tongue‑thrust remediation
Exercise sequences designed to improve swallow mechanics and coordination.
Speech support
Orofacial strengthening that can complement speech‑language therapy (with referrals as needed).
Misaligned teeth, tongue thrusting, tongue‑tie concerns, mouth breathing, facial discomfort, speech problems, sleep‑disordered breathing, and bruxism/teeth grinding.
How it works
- Assessment. History, screening, and functional exam to identify priorities.
- Personalized plan. A progressive sequence of short, repeatable exercises.
- Coaching & accountability. Regular check‑ins (virtual or in‑person) to refine technique.
- Maintenance. Build lasting muscle memory and healthy oral‑facial habits.
What to expect
- Short daily exercises (5–10 minutes, a few times per day)
- Age‑appropriate guidance for kids and adults
- Coordination with your dental/sleep/SLP team as needed
Frequently asked questions
Is your online program HIPAA‑compliant?
Yes — virtual care is provided through a HIPAA‑compliant teledentistry platform.
Can myofunctional therapy cure obstructive sleep apnea?
No. It is not a cure, but research shows it can reduce apnea‑hypopnea index (AHI) in some cases. Your sleep specialist can advise on comprehensive treatment.
What is the Buteyko breathing method?
A structured set of breathing techniques used as a complementary approach for some respiratory concerns. It does not replace medical care.