Why We Start with Myofunctional Therapy
When someone walks into OroGlow, they usually come with a clear goal in mind: “I want to stop my child’s thumb sucking,” or “I’m ready to finally address my jaw pain,” or “I’ve tried everything for my sleep issues—nothing works.” The natural instinct is to look for the quickest solution. We all want relief, fast. But here’s the truth: a “quick fix” doesn’t actually fix the problem.
At OroGlow, we start with myofunctional therapy because it allows us to get to the root cause. Without addressing what’s actually happening with the muscles of the mouth, tongue, and face, any progress will only be temporary.
Why Myofunctional Therapy Comes First
Myofunctional therapy is like laying the foundation of a house. You wouldn’t paint the walls or decorate the rooms before making sure the structure is strong, right? The same is true with your oral health.
If a child keeps sucking their thumb, if an adult struggles with teeth grinding, or if someone’s breathing patterns are out of balance—there’s always an underlying reason. These habits and symptoms don’t exist in isolation; they’re signs of a bigger picture. Myofunctional therapy helps retrain the muscles so that the body can function the way it’s meant to. From there, everything else we do has lasting impact.
What Happens When You Skip This Step
Without myofunctional therapy, treatment can feel like a revolving door:
Orthodontic work may relapse if the tongue posture isn’t corrected.
Thumb sucking may stop for a little while, but return under stress if the root cause isn’t addressed.
Sleep, speech, or feeding issues may improve temporarily, only to come back again.
That’s why we always begin here. It’s not about making your journey longer—it’s about making your results last.
Introducing the Glow Up & Grow Habit Elimination Program
One of the ways we put this philosophy into action is through our Glow Up & Grow Positive Habit Elimination Program. This program is designed to help kids and families gently break free from oral habits like thumb sucking, pacifier use, or nail biting—while also building healthier, long-term patterns.
Unlike outdated methods that rely on shame or force, our program is rooted in encouragement, accountability, and education. We don’t just tell kids to “stop.” We give them tools, confidence, and small wins that add up to big success. Pairing this with myofunctional therapy ensures that when the habit goes away, it stays away—and your child’s oral and overall health are supported for years to come.
Learn more about Glow Up & Grow here.
Root Cause, Real Results
At OroGlow, we believe in doing things right, not rushed. Starting with myofunctional therapy may feel slower at first, but it’s the key to unlocking lasting results. Whether it’s eliminating a habit, improving breathing, or setting your child up for a healthier smile, this first step makes every step that follows more effective.
Because true healing doesn’t happen at the surface—it happens at the source.
OroGlow Myofunctional & Speech Services offers holistic myofunctional therapy and habit elimination programs in Abilene, TX, helping children and adults address thumb sucking, pacifier use, tongue posture, mouth breathing, teeth grinding, and more. Learn how OroGlow’s Glow Up & Grow program supports positive habit change and long-term oral health.