Myofunctional Therapy: A Hands-on Practical Program 2021
Presented by: Joe Siegfried, RDH
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Myofunctional Therapy: A Hands-on Practical Program
CE Hours: 30
Every Tuesday evening starting October 12th through December 14th.
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM EST
Oral health is also airway health and using principles of the process of care, this program is designed with the objectives of identifying Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders and their treatment.
Designed for dental hygienists, this program will give you the confidence to incorporate Myofunctional Therapy at an entry level in clinical practice.
This 30-hour comprehensive online and hands-on program is intended for providers to practice myofunctional therapy safely and effectively with an understanding that knowledge and research is ever evolving in the field of Myofunctional Therapy, and as such provides the students with the desire to continue lifelong learning in the field.
There are 4 components to this program:
1. Anatomy, Physiology and Pathophysiology
-A strategic review of head and neck anatomy, respiratory & digestive function
2. Assessment & Planning
-Identifying Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders and developing a treatment plan.
3. Therapy Interventions
-Learn the therapies used to treat OMDS
4. Evaluation & Clinical Practice
-continued evaluation and incorporation into clinical practice as part of a healthcare team
Each component will have learning objectives outlined within the program.
Upon completion of this course the dental professional will be confident in their ability to effectively implement client centered goals and therapy within their practice.