The Myo Connection KS - Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy

03/24/2026

Great info about the way mouth breathing could be affecting your dental check-ups! 👇

03/18/2026

Spending some extra one on one time with your kiddos this week? That's wonderful! 🥰

It's also an opportunity to observe them and maybe spot some habits worth a conversation....
- Still sleepy after extended rest?
- Is their mouth open during regular play?
- Have you noticed chronic dry or chapped lips?
- Do they wake up thirsty or complain of a dry mouth?

These could all be signs of an airway problem or sleep issue! This first step to finding answers is a consult with The Myo Connection! Visit our website to schedule today!

03/17/2026

We 💚 these reminders today 🍀 Hope you have a fun St Patrick's Day - we are lucky to have great patients like you!

03/12/2026

Runny nose = kids default to mouth breathing 😮

Keep nasal breathing strong with:
🌿 Saline rinses
🌬️ Humidifier
👅 Myo exercises at home

03/12/2026

It's National Working Moms Day - and for us, as a team of Moms - whether your work is in or out of the home - it's a reminder of how The Myo Connection started...

Moms who are passionate about helping children and adults breathe better, sleep better and increase their quality of life!

03/10/2026

What is Myofunctional Therapy?

👄 Ever wondered what Myofunctional Therapy is all about?
It’s more than just exercises — it’s about helping you breathe, chew, and sleep better by retraining your tongue and facial muscles.

✨ A healthy airway = a healthier you!

03/09/2026

We are proud to be a part of the Wichita community, and if planning something grand for spring break is feeling overwhelming - here's a great reminder from Wichita Mom of all the amazing options we have here, close to home!

What child doesn't love a winter staycation at a hotel with an indoor pool? Check out which Wichita hotels have indoor pools.

03/04/2026

Healthy snacking doesn’t just fuel kids — it can help build strong oral muscles too! Snacks that require a bit of chewing help strengthen jaws, encourage proper tongue posture, and support better muscle function overall.

Here are some great myo-friendly snack ideas:

🥕 Crunch & Chew
• Sliced apples or pears
• Carrot sticks or snap peas
• Celery with hummus

🥜 Whole Texture Snacks
• Whole-grain crackers
• Trail mix with nuts & seeds
• Air-popped popcorn (age-appropriate)

🍉 Hydrating & Satisfying
• Watermelon or grapes
• Berries with cottage cheese
• Cucumbers with a sprinkle of salt

⏱️ Why These Snacks Help:
✔ Encourages chewing, which strengthens jaw muscles
✔ Promotes tongue stability and correct swallowing
✔ Supports full oral function (not just taste!)

03/03/2026

Consistently breathing through the mouth—especially during rest or sleep—can have serious long-term effects on your health, facial development, and overall function. We are here to help!

03/02/2026

🍀Hello March 🍀

02/27/2026

Are you a podcast fan? Here's a great listen about some of the signs of a airway issue that providers may be missing in patients.

The good news? We have a whole network of airway focused providers we can work with here in Sedgwick County and beyond to help get you back on the path to health. We believe in collaboration to help patients get the best outcomes possible!

Is your dentist missing the REAL root cause of your health issues? 🦷💤

In this new episode, Patrick sits down with Dr. Staci Whitman, a functional pediatric dentist who went from burned-out “drill and fill” to treating the airway, sleep, and oral microbiome as the gateway to whole-body health.

They dive into:

Why mouth breathing wrecks teeth, sleep, and energy
How your oral microbiome can influence gut, brain, and hormones
Kids’ adenoids, tonsils & facial growth – and what most providers miss
Why so many women’s sleep issues go undiagnosed
If you (or your child) snore, mouth breathe, wake with a dry mouth, or have “mystery” fatigue and brain fog, this one’s for you.

🎧 Listen now to the full conversation – link in bio.

02/26/2026

Want to learn more about airway health and Myofunctional Therapy?

We've got lots of book recommendations we'd love to share!

Some of our favorites:
📕The Breathing Cure (Patrick McKeown)
📘Tongue-Tied (Dr. Richard Baxter)
📗Breath (James Nestor)
📙Sleep Wrecked Kids (Sharon Moore)