About this Event
Discover the basics of Myofunctional Therapy in a course that is designed for every level!
Myofunctional Introduction Course
Join us for an in-person adventure into the world of Myofunctional Therapy! This introductory course is perfect if you're curious about how muscle function impacts health and well-being, whether you're a newbie to the Myofunctional world, or just looking to refresh your knowledge - this course has got you covered!
You will learn:
- How to diagnose breathing and sleep disorders
- How to diagnose tongue dysfunction and how it can be affecting your patients
- How to diagnose early malocclusion to prevent the problem getting worse
- What early treatment options are available
- Who to refer to and when
There will be loads of practical tips to ensure you can take this knowledge straight back to your general practice - don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to learn and connect!
8 hr CPD Certificate provided for all Course Attendees!
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration and grab a Coffee
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Session 1 – Breathing and Sleep Disordered Breathing
Host: Dr Jessica Waller
Info: Understand what signs to look out for in regards to mouth breathing, what questions to ask in terms of sleep and when to refer. Learn basic breathing tests and exercises.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Session 2 – Tongue posture and range
Host: Janna Kremez
Info: Understand what is correct tongue resting posture, how to assess and measure and when to refer. Review some tongue-tie cases and learn some basic tongue exercises.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:00 AM
Session 3 – Early Malocclusion and Treatment Options
Host: Dr Jessica Waller
Info: Learn what to look out for, when to take diagnostic records and what treatment can be done at what ages or phases of dentition. Learn about different appliance ranges available.
🕑: 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
Session 4 – Case Studies and Q&A
Host: Dr Jessica Waller
Info: Review case studies all involving myofunctional therapy and the use of Myobrace Appliances +/- expanders or braces. Open forum for Questions
Event venue & nearby stays
Southport Bowls Club, 2 Marine Parade, Southport, Australia
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