The British Society of Myofunctional Therapy
Why Join the BSMFT
Find a Myofunctional Therapist
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs) are disorders of the muscles and functions of the face and mouth. OMDs can directly and/or indirectly affect breastfeeding, facial skeletal growth and development, chewing, swallowing, speech, occlusion, TMJ movement, dental hygiene, the stability of orthodontic treatment, facial aesthetics and more.
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) is the “neuromuscular re-education or re-patterning of the orofacial muscles.” This therapy includes facial and tongue exercises and behaviour modification techniques, to promote proper tongue position and improved breathing, chewing and swallowing.
BSMFT Members are invited to our monthly study clubs and get unlimited access to past sessions and other content. Throughout the year we have a line up of incredible UK based functional healthcare providors who are pioneers in their fields.
The BSMFT is committed to the provision of evidence based clinical treatment, find the latest research providing information and data validating Myofunctional Therapy as a key adjunctive to optimal oral and airway health.
Derek Mahony is a Sydney based Orthodontist
BDS (Syd), MScOrth (Lon), DOrthRCS (Edin), MDOrthRCPS (Glas), MOrthRCS (Eng), FRCD (Can), MOrth RCS (Edin), FICD, IBO, FACD, FICCDE, FIADFE, FPFA, Grad Dip Dental Sleep Medicine (WA), Grad Dip Dent (Ortho)
Diplomate of the International Board of Orthodontics
