Orofacial Fitness

02/10/2026

JOIN ME!!
I’m deeply honored to serve as a speaker at the inaugural Global Pediatric Sleep Symposium, presented by the American Sleep and Breathing Academy (ASBA), an organization dedicated to advancing excellence in the diagnosis and management of upper airway, breathing, and sleep disorders within the ever-evolving field of Dental Sleep Medicine.

As one of the fastest‑growing fields in healthcare, dental sleep medicine presents extraordinary opportunities to make a lasting clinical impact for patients suffering from sleep‑disordered breathing, while helping to reduce the broader public health burden of sleep apnea.

Join a community of forward‑thinking practitioners in exploring the UPSTREAM approach, a proactive, early‑intervention philosophy that identifies and addresses developmental concerns before they evolve into complex clinical challenges such as malocclusion, compromised airway growth, and sleep‑disordered breathing. By focusing on guiding craniofacial and airway development during formative stages, the UPSTREAM approach empowers providers to influence long‑term health outcomes, support balanced facial growth, and enhance overall quality of life. Together, we can reshape the standard of care by shifting our focus from reactive treatment to true prevention.

01/01/2026

Still thinking about your New Year’s resolution? Start 2026 by committing to your Best Slept, Most Rested Self! Focus on nasal breathing, observe proper oral posture, sleep deeply, and wake up feeling your absolute best — I’m here to support you with every breath and every snooze along the way. Visit my website for tips on getting the quality rest you need to look and feel amazing. 🎉

12/20/2025

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a healthy, happy New Year!

Your health is deeply connected to how you breathe, how well you sleep, and your oral rest posture. Optimal breathing happens only through the nose. Nasal breathing filters the air, protects against microorganisms, and regulates temperature for your lungs.
Mouth breathing is not normal—day or night.
Quality sleep is equally important. Restorative sleep protects against conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and obesity, while strengthening your immune system. If you have trouble falling or staying asleep, seek professional medical or dental care.
When you’re not talking, eating, or drinking, your lips should be gently closed, your tongue resting on the roof of your mouth, and your breathing steady through your nose.

For a healthier year ahead—Breathe well. Sleep well. Live well!

12/03/2025

Myofunctional science and preventive dentistry are deeply interconnected, each reflecting the fundamental principles of the other. Myofunctional science plays a crucial role in the foundation of comprehensive preventive dentistry, promoting dentofacial stability and enhancing overall oral-systemic health.

11/26/2025

Happy Thanksgiving!!

I’m deeply grateful for my clients, patients, their families, and everyone dedicated to the airway health community. Together, through myofunctional science and dental sleep medicine, we continue to advance our shared mission of improving airway health and enhancing lives. With purposeful practice and unwavering dedication, we’re creating meaningful change—one patient and one breath at a time.

Let’s keep our inspiration strong and our efforts united.

Thank you for your trust, support, and engagement in this important work.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful Thanksgiving filled with good food, meaningful connection, and time to rest and recharge. 🦃

Remember to maintain ideal oral rest posture: tongue gently suctioned to the roof of your mouth, lips closed, and breathing only through your nose.

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10/28/2025

As daylight saving time (DST) ends and clocks are set back an hour, the timing of light exposure and sleep can get disrupted. To prepare, it is helpful to gradually shift bedtime and wake time by 15 minutes later each night for a few days before the change. Maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, getting plenty of natural morning light, or portable light-based devices and avoiding bright or blue light in the evening can ease the transition. Creating a dark, cool, and quiet sleep environment further supports adjustment. Avoid heavy meals, caffeine, and electronic devices close to bedtime. Using a sleep mask to block early morning light post-change may also prevent premature waking.

These practices support the QQRT components and help keep sleep health optimized during time changes.

10/24/2025

Sometimes I just need a boost from light therapy!

Light is the most important external factor influencing sleep quality because it regulates your body’s internal clock, the circadian rhythm, which controls when we feel awake or sleepy.
Scientific research shows that as daylight hours diminish during the fall and winter, rates of depression and sleep disturbances tend to rise. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and related mood changes often increase between October and November, as daylight hours decrease, especially after we turn the clocks back.

if you need sleep coaching, contact me.
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07/25/2025

Effective breathing begins with a clean nose.
Get your copies fir your office, friends and family!

Through playful thymes and gentle wisdom, this story reveals that nose breathing is not just about smelling. Start that conversation at an early age. Breathing through the nose can help with facial development. Routine nose cleaning can be the difference between restful sleep and waking unrefreshed.
Encourage this healthy habit early to promote lifelong wellness of your youngest patients.

07/12/2025

Mouth Taping & the Three Stages of Truth !!

I remember her, Iga Swiatek taped her mouth in 2023 to improve her breathing and reduce air hunger. She was training for the Canadian Open in Montreal.

She’s a champion today—lifting the trophy at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships! 👇🏽

The quote, “Truth passes through three stages: First, it is ridiculed. Second, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as self-evident,” captures the journey of many unconventional ideas, like this MOUTH TAPING - once dismissed as odd or unnecessary, it is now being studied more seriously and discussed in wellness communities. As scientific understanding grows, what was once MOCKED may eventually become a widely accepted aspect of sleep hygiene.
I tape my mouth shut at night—just putting it out there. 🙃🙃

Practicing nasal breathing and using mouth tape during the day and night can enhance breathing efficiency, reduce air hunger, and promote better sleep.

See airway practitioner.

06/26/2025

Overly thankful!! Empower your family and friends with vital knowledge! Grab extra copies for your office and spread this important information!

A book review by Patrick McKeown, a renowned international authority on breathing. Dedicated to helping people achieve better health and enhanced sports performance, Patrick is the founder of The Oxygen Advantage®—a globally recognized breathwork training program that explores the science of optimal breathing.

“In My Dog Myo and My Nose, Nerissa has written and crafted a beautiful book that gently teaches children the importance of nose breathing and correct tongue posture. It’s thoughtfully designed, with vibrant colours and wonderful illustrations that bring the message to life. The rhyming text is fun and engaging, something I believe children will genuinely enjoy and want to return to again and again.

Teaching children to breathe through their nose is one of the greatest gifts we can offer. It supports better sleep, healthy development, and overall well-being. By sharing this information in a playful and accessible way, this book makes it easy for children to absorb the message naturally, often without even realising they’re learning something so valuable.”
Patrick McKeown
Author of The Breathing Cure

Start impactful conversations with children about the Power of the Nose. Healthy facial development in kids depends on proper habits—such as breathing through the nose and maintaining correct tongue posture at rest. These practices help shape the face and jaw, promoting a healthy airway. This book makes learning fun and inspires lifelong wellness by emphasizing the benefits of nasal breathing and good nasal hygiene.

06/11/2025

I’m grateful that more people are learning about this! Nasal Breathing for Kids: Why It’s Important and Ways to Promote It

My Dog Myo and My Nose is on MEDIUM!!! … so cool

Thankful for the support my friends and colleagues.

https://medium.com//exploring-my-dog-myo-and-my-nose-by-nerissa-boggan-a-whimsical-journey-into-nasal-health-for-9823a131fcf8

Equip your family and friends with essential knowledge! Pick up your copies today for your office, and share this valuable information!!

Initiate meaningful conversations with children about the Power of the Nose. Healthy facial development in kids is influenced by proper function—like nasal breathing and correct tongue posture at rest. These habits help shape the face and jaw, supporting a healthy airway.

This book is fun to read and encourages lifelong wellness, highlighting the benefits of nasal breathing and good nasal hygiene.

06/04/2025