We offer free 30 minute informational sessions to answer any questions. If you would like to book, please go to www.facialphysique.com and find a time that works best. The Facial Physique Team
Tamara Thomas CSOM ~ Founder of Facial Physique
Tamara was born and raised in San Diego, CA and enjoys the beach, hiking and spending time with her dogs and her family. Another passion of her’s is volunteering at local animal rescues and helping find animals their fur-ever home. Tamara earned her degree in Dental Hygiene in 2009 from Cerritos College after having many years of experience in the dental field as a dental assistant. She enjoys her clinical experiences and educating about oral and systemic health. So, don’t forget to floss. Tamara’s journey into Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) began with her own personal and family experiences with orofacial dysfunction. Being tongue tied herself, she went through the therapy to eliminate her oral dysfunction. Upon finishing the program, the spark grew for her to continue with the OMT endeavors. In 2016, Tamara began exploring the field of OMT and with extensive training and education, she became a Certified Specialist in Orofacial Myology (CSOM). And in 2017, she opened Facial Physique. In 2020, she became a Myomentor Therapy Advisor to oversee and guide other professionals in OMT. Tamara enjoys working with all ages to improve oral function as it relates to breathing, facial development, and growth. Her passion is to help grow constant awareness in the community and is an advocate in bridging the gap between the medical and dental fields. She is an active member of the National Network of Healthcare Hygienists whose mission is to integrate oral health into medical care. Selina Preston CSOM~ Associate
Selina was born in Denver, Colorado, grew up in Lompoc California, and moved to sunny San Diego to pursue her dental career. Selina enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Also, staying active, snowboarding, and exploring San Diego’s beautiful beaches. After graduating from Concorde Community College as a Dental Hygienist, Selina gained knowledge and understanding of orofacial myology and realized she would benefit from orofacial myology sessions. This led her to advance her education and training and become a Certified Specialist in Orofacial Myology (CSOM) and a graduate of the Myomentor Program. Selina and her husband recently added to their family. Selina has first hand experience of orofacial dysfunction in newborns and knows the importance of collaborating with knowledgeable IBCLC’s and pediatricians to encourage successful breastfeeding. Selina is also passionate about bridging the gap between the medical and dental field and stays active in her community to spread awareness.
