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Virginia Downing, RDH, OMTMyofunctional TherapistA 45 year career as a Dental Hygienist gave Virginia a first row seat to the effects of many myofunctional disorders on the growth and development of the jaw, breathing disorders, temporomandibular joint dysfunction, systemic health and postural issues. She is committed to assisting patients in understanding and establishing neuromuscular changes at a habitual level, establishing normal chewing and swallowing patterns, improving tonicity of the orofacial musculatures and eliminating noxious habits.
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Melissa Mugno, OMTMyofunctional TherapistMelissa's motto is "Changing habits, building heath." She believe that by educating patients and providing the proper therapy and techniques, we can non-invasively improve their situation. Melissa offers treatment options including therapy to help combat migraines, dental malocclusion, sleep disorders, TMJ disorders, and clenching/grinding. Also adverse oral habit correction (thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, etc.); preventative and interceptive orthodontics ( teeth crowding, spacing, overbite, underbite, etc.); correct negative breathing patterns (mouth breathing, snoring, sleep apnea); and promote overall normal craniofacial/oral growth and development through a natural approach.
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Dr. Tad MorganDoctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)Dr. Tad Morgan is a member of the American Dental Association, Academy of Comprehensive Esthetics, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentists, Academy of General Dentistry, Texas Dental Association, East Texas Dental Society, and Smith County Dental Society. He has over 1,000 hours of continuing education, and he's studied at the Pankey Institute, as well as trained under Larry Rosenthal and David Hornbrook, and currently The Breathe Institute's Mini-Residency Program. He sees every day how life-changing dentistry can be, whether through cosmetic treatments, tongue-tie release, or by eliminating jaw pain.
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The smiles of joy he sees and "thank you’s" he hears continue to inspire him to continually seek new knowledge and new ways to help his patients.
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Dr. Milton GeivelisDoctor of Dental Surgery (DDS)Dr. Milton Geivelis is a Board Certified Specialist, whose practice is limited to Periodontics, Lip and Tongue tie release and Dental Implants. He holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree, a Master's of Science Degree, and a Specialty Degree in Periodontics. The most important people in his practice are the patients and he strives to deliver the highest quality care, utilizing the most up-to-date techniques and equipment, in the most comfortable and gentle manner possible. Dr. Geivelis regularly participates in continuing education, and is a diplomat of the American Board of Periodontology.
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From 1993 to 2001, Dr. Geivelis was a professor and director of Graduate Periodontics at Northwestern University Dental School, training the dental residents in Periodontics. He has been involved in academic research, and has authored and co-authored several professional articles. Dr. Geivelis lectures about Periodontics and Implants nationally and internationally; and he has received several academic and clinical awards for his work as a Periodontist.
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Sarah Hornsby, OMTMyofunctional TherapistSarah Hornsby created Myfaceology.com, and continues to be an outstanding resource for patients and providers worldwide as speaker, writer, teacher, mentor, and advocate for the field of applied myofunctional sciences. Sarah is passionate about connecting with, and creating a powerful network of parents, doctors, and healthcare providers who are interested in changing the status quo and making a difference in the lives of children with oral and breathing health problems.
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Nicole Archambault BessonMyofunctional Therapist and Speech-language pathologistNicole Archambault Besson, EdS, MS, CCC-SLP, CLEC is an ASHA board certified speech-language pathologist, orofacial myofunctional therapist, and sleep literacy advocate. She is the founder and executive director of Minds In Motion, a pediatric private practice clinic in Santa Monica, California. Nicole is on the faculty of the AOMT and serves as a clinical instructor on the craniofacial pain clinic at White Memorial Medical Center in Los Angeles.
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In 2006, Nicole was fortunate enough to attend her first AOMT introductory course taught by Licia Paskay and Joy Moller, who forever changed the way she would practice as a therapist, inspiring a lifelong love of learning in the field of OMT. Today, Nicole continues to be inspired by Licia and Joy, as well as many others from all different disciplines who have a passion and tireless dedication for improving the functions and lives of individuals living with orofacial myofunctional disorders.
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Joy Moeller, OMTMyofunctional Therapist, EducatorJoy Moeller has worked in private practice as a myofunctional therapist since 1980. She graduated from the Myofunctional Therapy Institute in Coral Gables, Florida and had an extensive Internship in Orofacial Myology. "Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy must be part of the treatment plan from the beginning. This way the patient understands from day one that the muscle adaptation is important for long term stability." Her training is extensive and her background in Dental Hygiene led the way for further studies. Joy has taught and continues to teach the principles of Myofunctional Therapy to graduate and post-graduate students and numerous universities as a guest speaker.
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