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I Spy with my Myo Eye...From Bump to Baby Teeth: Early Airway & Whole-Child Dentistry with Ashburn Children’s DentistryIn this episode, Brittny sits down with the incredible team from Ashburn Children’s Dentistry, a pioneering pediatric dental practice known for its whole-body, airway-centered approach to oral health.Together, we explore what true prevention looks like—starting as early as pregnancy and infancy. From supporting expectant moms and evaluating infant feeding patterns, to guiding toddlers and young children through healthy oral development, this conversation connects the dots between airway, function, and long-term wellness.You’ll learn how early oral habits shape craniofacial growth, why airway and myofunctional screenings belong in every pediatric exam...
2025-11-1858 min
The Dental HandoffEpisode 175 | Double Life, Real Talk: Beyond Hygiene - Brittny MurphyIn this week's episode, Dr. Kelly Tanner makes the "dental handoff" to fellow dental hygienist, Brittny Murphy!
Brittny Murphy, RDH, BS, COM®, QOM®, is a registered dental hygienist, certified orofacial myologist, myofunctional therapist, educator, author, and key opinion leader in sleep and myofunctional therapy. She is also a certified Buteyko Breathing Educator.
A 2011 graduate of the Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene at MCPHS, Brittny is the founder of CT Orofacial Myology and co-founder of MyoAir, where she has helped hundreds of patients improve their sleep, breathing, and overall wellness through private myofunctional therapy practices.
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2025-09-1636 min
The Best Practices Show with Kirk Behrendt858: Myo Made Simple: Integrating a Myofunctional Screener into Dental Hygiene Practice – Brittny MurphyIn this episode of Clinical Edge Fridays, ACT shares their latest Master Class by Brittny Murphy, founder of CT Orofacial Myology, who explains the long-term dental, mental, and overall health benefits of introducing myofunctional screening and therapy to patients of all ages. With a quick, pain-free, and non-invasive screening, you can save valuable chair time and elevate patient care! To learn how to integrate this process into your practice, listen to Episode 858 of The Best Practices Show!Learn More About Brittny:Give Brittny a call: (203) 217-7090Send Brittny an email: brittny@myctom.comLearn more on Brittny’s...
2025-03-071h 39
The DOC PodcastWhat Can Myofunctional Therapy Do For Your Patients? (w/Brittny Murphy) [Ep.92]In this episode of The DOC Podcast, I have the pleasure of hosting Brittny Murphy, a registered dental hygienist and certified orofacial myologist. Brittny shares her journey into the field of orofacial myology and her experiences as an educator and mentor. The discussion covers a comprehensive overview of orofacial myofunctional therapy, its benefits, diagnostic and treatment protocols, and the importance of collaborative care. Brittny also provides insights into the implications of oral habits, the role of non-nutritive sucking, the use of guidance appliances and myo munchies, and offers practical advice for parents and practitioners in ma...
2025-02-201h 13
I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 100 ft. Dave Henrichsen, OMTIn today's episode, Brittny chats with her colleague, Dave Henrichsen, an oral myofunctional therapist in the Seattle area who has built a successful practice focusing on mouth breathing, tongue thrust, sleep apnea, tongue tie, TMJ pain and other myofunctional concerns. Over the last several years his strong desire to provide quality care to his patients has built a fire in him to help grow other myofunctional therapists to help them to also become excellent in their field and grow their practices. He has successfully launched and grown his own myofunctional therapy practice and has coached many other therapists as t...
2024-04-2943 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 99 ft. Dr. Neel Bulchandani, DCIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Dr. Neel Bulchandani, DC, a holistic chiropractor, bodyworker, movement teacher, podcaster, and philosopher. He utilizes systems thinking in a field he developed called Integrative Airway & Feeding Chiropractic. He launched an intuitive movement practice in 2017 called Movintuit. He began teaching other bodyworkers and birth workers his holistic approach to aiding in the freeing of tethered oral tissues in 2021, and in 2022, he launched a technique called Stomatognathic Oscillatory Fascial Touch Technique (S.o.f.t. Technique). He's often a go-to provider for pre- and post-op bodywork for patients undergoing frenectomies and frenuloplasties. He has h...
2024-03-1844 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 98 ft. Dr. Claire Stagg, DDS, MS, FAACPIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Dr. Claire Stagg, DDS, MS, FAACP. Dr. Stagg shares that the teeth and mouth are profoundly connected with the health of the whole body, and vice versa. She has a holistic, integrative, and comprehensive dental philosophy. Her practice, Smile Professionals, was the first on the Space Coast to provide safe mercury-free dentistry. She is the founder of Health Connections Dentistry and author of two books, “Captain IFBI” - a children’s book encouraging good oral hygiene habits. The second, “Smile, It’s All Connected! Whole Health Through Balance”, is a very thorough whole family referen...
2024-03-0837 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Epsiode 97 ft. Julie Flygare, JD, President & CEO of Project SleepIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Julie Flygare, JD. Julie serves as President & CEO of Project Sleep. Believing in the value of sleep, Project Sleep aims to improve public health by educating individuals about the importance of sleep health, sleep equity, and sleep disorders. Project Sleep educates and empowers individuals using events, campaigns, and programs to bring people together and talk about sleep as a pillar of health. Julie is also an internationally recognized patient-perspective leader, an accomplished advocate, and the award-winning author of Wide Awake and Dreaming: A Memoir of Narcolepsy. Links:Project S...
2024-01-2922 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 96 ft. Dr. Michelle Weddle, DDS, FAGD, D-ABDSMIn today's episode, Brittny chats with the fabulous Dr. Michelle Weddle, DDS, FAGD, D-ABDSM. Dr. Weddle is highly trained in Dental Sleep Medicine and Sleep Apnea Management, TMJ Treatment and Management, and focuses on the reconstruction of the worn bite and dental occlusion (jaw mechanics).Brittny and Dr. Weddle discuss topics like why SDB is more difficult to diagnose in children and TMD treatment and management, not only in the adult population, but in pediatrics as well. Listen to learn how Dr. Weddle has grown her airway team and the emphasis she has on the importance of a...
2024-01-2336 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 95 ft. Chad Wooters, MBA, Director of Operations and Coaching at Awaken2SleepIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Chad Wooters, MBA, Director of Operations and Coaching at Awaken2Sleep. Chad has coached hundreds of dentists and teams nationwide and is the architect behind the Sleep Hero Network online academy. Using his experience, Chad coaches dental practices to build successful Dental Sleep Medicine practices. As someone who struggles with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), he is deeply passionate about raising awareness of this health concern. As a national speaker and educator, Chad's mission is to equip others with tools to ensure success for all stakeholders.Website: https://awaken2sleep.com/
2023-12-1344 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 93 ft. Amber Auger, MPH, RDHIn today's episode, Brittny chats with practicing dental hygiene, Amber Auger, MPH, RDH. Amber has a mission to elevate the standard of care to determine the root cause of oral diseases, this includes screening every patient for airway disorders. With over 20 years of experience, Amber specializes in creating practical systems to implement the latest oral science. Amber is actively mentoring and educating fellow dental hygienists in their careers and in personal and career growth through her Thrive in the Op® on-demand course curriculum and weekly live coaching sessions. Amber is also the owner of the Functional RDH® certification that pro...
2023-12-1335 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 94 ft. Joann Amoroso, RDH, QOM®, MAS™In today's episode Brittny and her partner, Joann Amoroso, discuss all things MYO. Joann is co-founder of MyoAir and a pioneering expert in orofacial myofunctional therapy. Joann has really taken MyoAir to the next level with locations in Vero Beach and Melbourne, along with virtual services in New York. Myoair serves as a beacon for comprehensive therapeutic solutions with a holistic and individualized approach to patient care. Joann and Brittny dive into conferences you don't want to miss, pros and cons of entrepreneurship, the transition from RDH to myo, and more.Website:www.myoair.com...
2023-12-1230 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 92 ft. Dr. Kevin Goles, DDS, Diplomate, ASBAIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Dr. Kevin Goles, who has immersed himself in dental sleep medicine since the beginning of his career and is recognized as an expert in the field. He focused his research during his dental residency on Obstructive Sleep Apnea and its substantial negative effects on one’s health and quality of life. He has become one the most experienced clinicians with Vivos by starting and completing the most cases in the country. Another field he has vast experience in is the use of lasers in Sleep Dentistry and TMJ disorders. He is a Clinical In...
2023-11-3039 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 91 ft. Lisa Paladino, MS, CNM, IBCLCIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Lisa Paladino, MS, CNM, IBCLC. Lisa is a midwife and IBCLC, but her career began in nursing. Lisa worked for 28 years at Staten Island University Hospital before establishing her private practice in 2015. At the Hospital, she co-founded and coordinated the Breastfeeding Initiative and worked in collaboration with the NYC Department of Health on efforts toward achieving the “Baby Friendly” designation. Currently, Lisa offers courses for parents and professionals on the topic of breastfeeding and tongue tie. She produces the weekly show, the “Tongue Tie Experts Podcast", and provides education to parents and professionals, throug...
2023-11-1651 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 90 ft. Guillaume Fellus, CEO of FroggyMouthIn today's episode, Brittny has the pleasure of chatting with the CEO of FroggyMouth, Guillaume Fellus. Guillaume is the son of the inventor, Dr. Patrick Fellus. In today's episode, Brittny and Guillaume discuss the story behind the invention and the concepts behind FroggyMouth. FroggyMouth is the first anoetic swallowing rehabilitation device. It aids in cessation of an atypical swallow and allows secondary swallowing to take place. The device works by preventing the lips from sealing allowing functional re-education to occur.Website:https://www.froggymouth.com/e1/en/Yale YouTube Video:https://www.youtube...
2023-11-1641 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 89 ft. Dr. Siama Muhammad, DMDIn today's episode, Brittny chats with the wonderful Dr. Muhammad who is an airway and cosmetic dentist with over 10 years of expertise in clear aligner therapy. Dr. Muhammad and Brittny talk MYO, expansion, TMD/orthotic therapy, tongue-ties, and another new modality Dr. Muhammad has in her toolbox, photobiomodulation and Oralase with her Fotona Light Walker laser.Dr. Muhammmad holds certificates from the leading institutions in the Airway dentistry field: Vivos Institute, The Breathe Institute, Airway Health Solutions, Myoaligner, Synergy Academy, Fotona, and The Air Institute. Find Dr. Muhammad on Instagram@br...
2023-10-2039 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 88 ft. Anders Olmanson CEO | REMastered SleepIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Anders Olmanson, CEO and founder of REMastered Sleep. Anders is a passionate medical innovator who aspires to make being healthy easy. He invented REMplenish, a myofunctional therapy water bottle that makes myo easy to integrate into daily routine. During his four years as a mechanical engineer at Medtronic, Anders earned his MS in Medical Device Innovation from the University of Minnesota. Anders also spent 9 months studying health systems throughout Asia and Africa in order to learn novel approaches to healthcare innovation around the world. A new junior size nozzle will be released this...
2023-09-2826 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 87 ft. Angie A. Lehman, RDH, COM®In today's episode, Brittny chats with the fabulous Angie Lehman, RDH, COM®. Angie is an IAOM Certified Orofacial Myologist (COM) who has been exclusively practicing Orofacial Myology since 2012 in York, Pennsylvania. She runs one of America’s most successful and well-known private practices, Oral Myofunctional Therapy of York. Angie is a highly sought-after educator for medical, dental and allied health professionals and she is passionate to encourage all health disciplines to work collaboratively and to better understand oral function and craniofacial development and to incorporate therapy into their specific areas of care. In today's episode, Angie and Brittny discuss the...
2023-09-281h 00I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 86 ft. Sarah Sweeney, M.ED, CCC-SLPIn today's episode, Brittny chats with the inspiring Sarah Sweeney, M.ED, CCC-SLP of Sunshine Speech Therapy. Sarah is a board certified Speech-Language Pathologist, feeding specialist, and orofacial myologist. She founded Sunshine Speech Therapy in 2019, a private practice centered on providing speech, feeding, and myofunctional therapy to patients across the lifespan. Sarah’s passion for myofunctional therapy began when she had a client whose craniofacial development and tongue tie were impeding his ability to speak and she knew she had to get to the root of the problem to help him. She then discovered that her own child’s pick...
2023-08-2835 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 85 ft. Vincenzo Recine PT, DPT, CFMT, ATC, CSCSIn today's episode, Brittny and Dr. Recine talk about how their worlds collide and complement one another. Vincenzo shares how learning about airway has impacted the way he practices and views his patients. Brittny and Vincenzo discuss tongue-tie protocols along with oral appliance protocols in Vincenzo's practice. Listen to learn how partnering with a PT in your local area can have a profound impact on your patient's outcomes!Find Dr. Recine:https://www.prime-physio.net/Instagram: @_primephysio
2023-08-2140 min
Airway FirstS4: E31- Brittny Murphy: Parent's Guide to Myofunctional TherapyMy guest today is Brittny Murphy, the owner of CT Orofacial Myology. She is a Certified Orofacial Myologist and Buteyko Breathing Educator. Brittny received her degree from the Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene at MCPHS in 2011 and post-graduate training in Myofunctional Therapy through the AOMT and IAOM in 2016 and 2017.Brittny is an educator and mentor for Dental Sleep Toolbox and Airway Health Solutions, training other registered dental hygienists who share the same passion for becoming myofunctional therapists. Brittny is also the face behind the podcast, “I Spy with My Myo Eye”.As an orofacial myologist and healthcare professional, Brittny is alwa...
2023-06-0834 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 84 ft. Dr. Jasmine R. Elmore, DDSIn today's episode, Brittny chats with the fabulous Dr. Jasmine Elmore for the SECOND TIME on the podcast. After practicing pediatric dentistry at the highest level, Dr. Elmore had a career transition inspired by debilitating shoulder pain and a visit to a very special Physical Therapist. Where other PTs failed to provide relief of her symptoms, a friend’s referral led her to someone with a deep understanding of chronic pain, stress, poor sleep, and whole-body connection. Dr. Elmore is here to chat ALL things SOMA, Splint Orthodontic Myofunctional Appliance.Dr Joe Da Cruz, a functional de...
2023-04-1852 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 83 ft. Annmarie DeMarco OTR/LIn today's episode, Brittny chats with her colleague, Annmarie DeMarco OTR/L. This is an episode you do NOT want to miss! So many nuggets of valuable information. Annmarie shares with us her specialty which is retained primitive reflexes. Annmarie and Brittny discuss the crossover they see between their client population and how working collaboratively can truly transform their clients lives. Annmarie shares her own research she has done with her own clients suspecting that almost 80% of the children in her clinic also have an underlying airway/sleep issue or is suspected to have an airway/sleep issue. Retained...
2023-03-3150 min
Airway FirstS4:E31 - Brittny Murphy: Parent's Guide to Myofunctional TherapyMy guest today is Brittny Murphy, the owner of CT Orofacial Myology. She is a Certified Orofacial Myologist and Buteyko Breathing Educator. Brittny received her degree from the Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene at MCPHS in 2011 and post-graduate training in Myofunctional Therapy through the AOMT and IAOM in 2016 and 2017.
Brittny is an educator and mentor for Dental Sleep Toolbox and Airway Health Solutions, training other registered dental hygienists who share the same passion for becoming myofunctional therapists. Brittny is also the face behind the podcast, “I Spy with My Myo Eye”.
As an orofacial myologist and...
2023-03-0734 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 82 ft. Dr. Loria Nahatis, DDSIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Dr. Dr. Loria Nahatis, DDS, a board-certified pediatric dentist who has been in the pediatric dental field for over 25 years. She is co-founder of Beyond Pediatric Dentistry in Dallas, and her focus inpediatric dentistry is optimal craniofacial health, growth, and development.She has realized from personal experience that if a child’s craniofacialgrowth is off-track, it affects their ability to breathe, sleep and thrive. Dr. Loria is the first recipient of the Dr. Soroush Zaghi Award for applicationof evidence-based protocols to the community at the...
2023-02-2445 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 81 ft. Dr. Perry Nickelston, DC, NKT, FMS, SFMAIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Dr. Perry Nickelston, DC, NKT, FMS, SFMA of Stop Chasing Pain, LLC. Dr. Perry aka ‘The Lymph Doc’ is a Chiropractic Physician with a primary focus on treating chronic pain and inflammation via the lymphatic and vascular systems. He is a international speaker and educator of the self-care MOJO series-Lymphatic Mojo, Blood Flow Mojo, Tongue Mojo, Glymphatic Mojo, Visceral Mojo, Vagus Nerve Mojo, Primal Movement Mojo.Dr. Perry is an expert in movement assessment and diagnosis. Certified and trained as a Functional Movement Specialist (FMS) and Selective Functional Movement Assessment Specialist (SFMA...
2023-02-1741 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 80 ft. Dr. Kevin Boyd, DDS, M.Sc.In today's episode, Brittny chats with the GOAT of pediatric airway dentistry. Dr. Kevin Boyd is a board certified Pediatric Dentist in Chicago who holds an M.Sc. degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics. He lecturesworldwide on the topics of Early Childhood Malocclusion (under age 72 months), pediatric sleep-breathing hygiene and Evolutionary Oral Medicine/Darwinian Dentistry. He is collaboratively exploring a hypothetical relationship between changed dietary practices since the Industrial Revolution and diminished human dentofacial development. Brittny and Dr. Boyd discuss early intervention, the appliances Dr. Boyd prefers, and how he addresses not only transverse growth but anterior-posterior...
2023-02-1733 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 79 ft. Grace Bernales, M.S. CCC-SLPIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Grace Bernales, M.S. CCC-SLP. Grace discusses her experience as a speech therapist and now incorporating myofunctional therapy into her practice. It has been a game changer for her and her clients! Brittny asks Grace questions in relation to speech and tongue tie, and what sounds specifically may be impacted depending on where the restriction is. They also chat about how structure influences speech goals or the ability to reach certain speech goals. As a speech therapist, Grace talks about functional swallowing patterns and the importance of setting the patient up for success. T...
2023-02-0234 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 78 ft. Daniel Drew "Mr.Myo", MS, CCC-SLP, OMT, Cert BBMIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Daniel Drew, a.k.a- Mr. Myo. Daniel Drew, M.S. CCC-SLP OMT CertBBM is a Speech Language Pathologist, Certified Buteyko Breathing Practitioner, and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist. Daniel is currently seeing clients at the Center for Airway and Facial Development and Pain and Sleep Therapy Center in Newark, Delaware. He has over 10 years of experience as a hospital-based Speech-Language Pathologist. He is versed in a variety of settings including outpatient settings and inpatient rehabilitation hospitals. He treats complex pediatric and adult clients with previously unremediated articulation (speech) difficulties, tongue ties, dysphagia (difficulty swallowing...
2023-01-2743 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 77 ft. Dr. Nora Ghodousi-Zaghi, DDSIn today's epsiode, Brittny chats with the wonderful Dr. Nora Ghodousi-Zaghi, DDS. Dr. Nora Ghodousi-Zaghi provides functional and integrative pediatric oral health care as well as airway centric interceptive orthodontics with a focus on whole-body health and well- being. She is a board-certified pediatric dentist, published author, clinical researcher, and educator. Dr. Nora is a graduate of The Breathe Institute's MyoMasterminds program, a faculty member of the Myofunctional Research Company, and provides education with The Breathe Institute. As the director of pediatric dentistry at Breathe Babies and Kids, her goal is to create a positive long-term relationship with children...
2023-01-1838 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 76 ft. Walt Fritz, PTIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Walt Fritz, PT. Walt is a NY based physical therapist but also teaches his unique interpretation of manual therapy forspeech-language pathologists, massage therapists, registered dental hygienists, and voice professional-related communities. Walt's principles apply to a broad spectrum of intervention models using a model of evaluation and intervention that incorporates shared decision-making rather than clinician-as-expert. Walt presents his workshops internationally through his Foundations in Manual TherapySeminars, www.WaltFritz.com. He will be in print in early 2023 when Manual Therapy in Voice and Swallowing : A Person-Centered Approach will be released by C...
2022-12-2941 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 75 ft. Dr. Sebastien Louis Lomas, Biological Dental PractitionerIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Dr. Sebastien Lomas, aka “Dr Seb”, a UK-based qualified dentist who utilizes a whole-body approach to oral care with an interest in integrating holistic health with modern dentistry. Having been so anti ‘natural solutions’ for his whole life, ironically, natural solutions were the only thing to get him out of his health crisis. As a Biological Dentist, Dr. Seb promotes minimally invasive dentistry, educating patients, and always integrating airway dentistry with every patient.Find Dr. Seb sharing airway awareness on his IG page, @biological_dentistLinks: https://wonderofwellness.co.uk/bio...
2022-12-1937 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 74 ft. Dr. Ratti Handa, D.M.D. Fascia and Boundaries are SEXYIn today's episode, Brittny chats with her fellow colleagye, Dr. Ratti Handa, DMD. Ratti Handa, D.M.D. is an internationally renowned airway, TMJ, and cosmetic dentist. Dr. Handa is a dentist in Acton, MA who has worked with some of the most prestigious specialty practices in Massachusetts. Dr. Handa has been specially trained in the areas of Biorejuvenation Dentistry, Sleep and Airway Dentistry, and Myofunctional Therapy. She has been a continuous learner attending some of the most prestigious higher education dental programs including the Pankey Institute, The Spear Institute, The Stewart Center, Airway Health Solutions, Vivos Education, and...
2022-12-1635 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 73 ft. Charles Biami of Driven Dental Airway MarketingIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Charles Biami of Driven Dental Airway Marketing. Brittny and Charles talk all things marketing, the dos and don'ts. Charles Biami is the founder and chief marketing manager of Driven Dental Implant Marketing. He has helped dental practices from all over the US, Australia, Canada, in every type of market, attract and convert dental implant patients. Driven has taken these successful strategies and moved into marketing airway and sleep dental practices. The agency manages more than $100,000 in marketing dollars every month. It also coaches and supports dental practices to help them convert leads into...
2022-10-1433 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 69 ft. Dr. Jenna Katz Schwibner, DMD, FAGDIn today's episode, Brittny chats with the wonderful Dr. Jenna Katz Schwibner, DMD, FAGD. Her areas of expertise center around the relationship between oral and total-body health through Airway Health-Focused Dentistry. This forms the foundation of her General, Cosmetic, Implant and Orthodontic treatments. Known by her patients as Dr. Jenna, she is one of the only dentists in the Treasure Coast providing sleep disordered breathing management for patients of all ages. Her passion lies in diagnosing and helping individuals with obstructive airways, preventing long term illnesses and making a difference through life changing treatments. Website: https://www.ver...
2022-05-1345 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 70 ft. Dr. Jeff Harrison, DDSIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Dr. Jeff Harrison, DDS who is the National Clinical Director for Sleep Group Solutions. This episode is a must SEE so head on over to our CT Orofacial Myology YouTube Channel to find the full episode for viewing! Dr. Harrison shows us how to use the EccoVision 32000 System, the rhinometer and the pharyngometer! What a fantastic tool to add to your dental sleep practice whether you are an expansive airway provider or specialize in dental sleep appliances!Website: https://join.sleepgroupsolutions.com/about-sgs/
2022-05-131h 02I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 68 ft. Dr. Liana Sved, PT, DPT, CMTPTIn today's episode, Brittny talks with her colleague, Liana Sved, PT, DPT, CMTPT. Find out how Liana's physical therapy initial evaluation had changed since becoming a myofunctional therapist. Brittny and Liana discuss compensatory muscle involvement when doing myofunctional therapy exercises and in general with OMDs. They also discuss how taking a myofunctional therapy course has brought to light the many detrimental effects a tethered oral tissue can have on the rest of the body.Check out Liana on Instagram at @healthy_heads_pt or her website. www.reviveptct.com
2022-04-1435 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 67 ft. Sara Mercier, RDH, BSDH, MAS™In today's episode, Brittny has the pleasure of chatting with one of her graduates from #TeamMyo, a myofunctional therapy introductory course she co-teaches, and she could not be more proud of Sara and her success as a myofunctional therapist. Sara Mercier is a registered dental hygienist and myofunctional airway specialist (MAS™). She is changing lives of adults, much like herself, who have slipped through the cracks of traditional medicine and dentistry, going decades without answers or solutions to the root causes of their health concerns. Sara provides exclusively virtual myofunctional therapy and works with myofunctional therapy clients around the wo...
2022-01-2143 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 66 ft. Dr. Meggie Graham, DDSIn today's episode Brittny speaks with the inspiring, Dr. Meggie Graham. Dr. Graham is the owner of a leading Southeast Wisconsin fully-dedicated airway center and affiliate of the Breathe Institute. Dr. Graham believes in the collaborative nature and alignment with an entire care team, which can include ENT, primary care physician, pediatrician, physical therapist, chiropractor, lactation consultant, and many others. She is committed to life long learning in order to offer the most beneficial, non invasive, predictable treatment options to her patients.Websites:https://www.untetheredtonguetiecenter.com/https://www.lakepark.dental/
2022-01-2147 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 65 ft. Dr. Susan Maples, DDS, MSBAIn today's episode, Brittny speaks with Dr. Susam Maples, DDS, MSBA. Dr. Maples is the author of, "Brave Parent: Raising Happy, Healthy Kids (Against All Odds) in Today's World. Dr. Maples dives into what it takes to ensure your child will grow up to become a healthy and happy young adult. Dr. Susan Maples, a dentist and passionate pediatric health educator, finally cracks the code on the most critical contemporary elements, and she passionately delivers the recipe. It's as if she's sitting at your kitchen table talking to you. Brittny has had the pleasure of reading Brave Parent already...
2022-01-2141 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 64 ft. Peter Vitruk, PhD, MInstP, CPhysIn today's episode, Brittny chats with the brilliant Dr. Peter Vitruk. Dr. Vitruk is the founder of the LightScalpel laser, the go to laser for tethered oral tissue releases. In 2017, he founded the American Laser Study Club, an educational platform that helps physicians, dentists, veterinarians, and practice staff members to excel at efficient and safe application of laser energy in everyday practice.Links:https://www.lightscalpel.com/https://www.americanlaserstudyclub.org/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rstXpeTEhc&authuser=0https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l4Ftmp4TFGk&authuser=0
2021-12-1745 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 63 ft. Dr. Layne Martin, DDSIn today's episode, Brittny talks with the inspiring Dr. Layne Martin. One of the greatest things about talking to Dr. Layne is just how real and raw he is. Dr. Layne shares a personal story about what got him involved in airway. His passion and dedication to spread the word to other healthcare professionals is unwavering so much so that he sold his very successful restorative dental practice in NYC in 2018 and has committed his career to treating sleep disordered breathing problems in children and adults. He is a currently a fellow at CTOR in Hoboken, NJ, in Orthodontics...
2021-12-1750 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 62 ft. Dr. Priya Mistry, DDS- The TMJ DocIn today's episode, Brittny chats with the brilliant TMJ DOC, Dr. Priya Mistry, DDS. Dr. Priya is a TMJ powerhouse providing strategies to begin implementing at home today! Dr. Priya discusses the main muscle groups involved in TMD along with massages to help alleviate some pain. Brittny and Dr. Priya dive into the connection between airway disorders and TMD while also touching on the critical role stress can play in daytime clenching. You can find Dr. Priya on her YouTube Channel linked below!https://www.youtube.com/c/PriyaMistryDDStheTMJdoc
2021-12-1048 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 61 ft. Rose Neirman CEO/Founder and Jon Neirman, President of Nierman Practice ManagementIn today's episode, Brittny chats with the dynamic duo of Neirman Practice Management- CEO/Founder, Rose Neirman and Presient, Jon Neirman. Their mission is to remove the barriers and make it easier for dental practices to implement airway and orofacial pain treatment. Listen as Rose and Jon provide details on their newest development, DentalWriter™ Plus+. Interested in attending a conference that provides the latest in state-of-the-art patient care management, clinical research, and business strategy? The Current Trends in Dental Sleep Medicine Symposium will get you inspired through networking with leading educators, companies, and dental practices that are shaping the ind...
2021-12-1043 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 60 ft. Elijah DesmondIn today's episode, Brittny and the inspiring Elijah Desmond chat about mindset, entrepreneurship, and the shift in LIVE conferences and symposiums. Elijah Desmond began his career at age 15 as a motivational speaker to kids. He went on to graduate from The Ohio State University as a "Guygienist" and moved to Honolulu, Hawaii where he started his first of eleven dental businesses. He is known for having fun-filled, engaging speeches and integrating motivational speaking into all of his events. He is adamant that a fun atmosphere is essential to learning. You may best know him from his Facebook group Trapped i...
2021-11-1936 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 59 ft. Sarah Hornsby, RDH, Myofunctional TherapistIn today’s episode, Brittny chats with a fellow colleague and myofunctional therapist — Sarah Hornsby. Sarah Hornsby is the founder and creator of Myo Mentor, owner of Faceology, and co-director of the Myofunctional therapy program at the Breathe Institute. Brittny and Sarah talk all things myo related from tough Myofunctional therapy cases to all of the innovative work the Breathe Institute is doing to advance the field. Sarah focuses on discussing floor of the mouth engagement and how Dr. Zaghi and others at the Breathe Institute are trying to come up with a standard measurement.
2021-10-2844 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 57 ft. Dr. Lauren Ballinger, DDSIn today's episode, Brittny speaks to a queen of airway- the passionate Dr. Lauren Ballinger.Dr. Lauren has been deeply inspired and motivated as both a mother, and a pediatric dentist, by her two (now teenage) children Jack and Libby who struggled with sleep and airway issues from day one. They are her “why”. Her mission is to raise awareness in both the public and professional communities to recognize and treat the earliest signs of less than optimal craniofacial and respiratory development and the associated functional, breathing and sleep symptoms. She is inspired to elevate the wellness potential of c...
2021-10-121h 10I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 56 ft. Dr. David McIntosh, MBBS, FRACS, PhDIn today's episode, Brittny chats for a second time with Dr. David McIntosh, MBBS, FRACS, PhD. Brittny asks Dr. McIntosh in depth questions about other nasal obstructions we don't hear as much about-- outside of tonsils, adenoids, septum, and inferior turbinates. Dr. McIntosh shares his professional opinion on tethered oral tissues, mouth breathing, inflammation, and myofunctional therapy.
2021-10-071h 05I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 55 ft. Dr. Tim Herre, DDSIn today's episode, Brittny and Dr. Tim Herre, DDS chat all things airway from tethered oral tissues, to expansion, to TMD. Dr. Tim Herre is a third generation biological dentist aiming to connect the dots between the mouth and whole body health for his patients. His passion is identifying growth and developmental concerns for young children and collaborating with other practitioners to allow his patients to flourish into healthy adults. He also helps his adult patients thrive by harnessing the healing power of proper breathing, sleep and real food. His holistic practice in Leawood, Kansas focuses on Airway, TMJ...
2021-10-0253 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 54 ft. Michelle Emanuel OTR/L, NBCRIn today's episode, Brittny talks with Michelle Emanuel, OTR/L, NBCR. With 24 years experience as a pediatric OT, Michelle has infused principles of myofunctional science into her latest creation, BabyMyo, focusing on bringing health, wellness, and remediation of cranial nerve dysfunction/oral dysfunction and tethered oral tissues to precrawling infants. Brittny and Michelle discuss the integration of primitive reflexes and what happens when these reflexes are not fully integrated. This is a great episode for other myofunctional therapists who are beginning their education on the importance of primitive reflex integration and parents as well!Sign up for...
2021-08-2049 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 53 ft. Dr. Jasmine R Elmore, DDS, CSOMIn today's episode, Brittny has a blast chatting with the wonderful Dr. Jasmine Elmore. Dr. Jasmine is a board-certified pediatric dentist, a Certified Specialist in Orofacial Myology, and is one of a few people in the world to have a Professional Degree in the Science of Breathing Behavior. Her personal pain journey led her to airway dentistry. She has been fortunate to be trained by many of the legends in the field. Her “airway fairy godfather” is Dr. Barry Raphael who personally trained her in his office after she completed the Airway Mini-Residency. She’s the first dual-mini resident proctored...
2021-07-2843 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 52 ft. Barbara J Greene, RDHIn today's episode, Brittny is delighted to chat with one of the absolute BESTs in the field, Barbara Greene. Barbara is a true trail blazer and brings so much knowledge to the field of myofunctional therapy. Tune in for a fun and informative episode, learning some of Barbara's top exercises. Thank you Barbara and Happy 50th Anniversary!
2021-06-2157 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 51 ft. Dr. Barry Raphael, DMDIn today's episode, Brittny is excited to chat with Dr. Barry Raphael, owner of the Raphael Center for Integrative Orthodontics. Dr. Barry Raphael, an orthodontist in private practice for 33 years, changed the character of his practice to address airway and myofunctional (muscle habit) issues about 8 years ago. He wants his transition to serve as a model for how the priorities of the profession can and should change. He has brought many of the airway-focused techniques into his practice, including: Myobrace, ALF, Biobloc Orthotropics, Myofunctional Therapy, Breathing Re-Patterning, Non-Retractive Orthodontics and more. Dr. Raphael is a wealth of knowledge!
2021-06-1952 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 49 ft. Dr. Rebecca Bockow, DDS, MSIn today's episode Brittny chats with Dr. Rebecca Bockow, DDS, MS. This has been a guest Brittny has really been looking forward to interviewing. Dr. Bockow shares her journey with the audience about becoming a dual certified orthodontist and periodontist. Dr. Bockow dives into how the tongue influences skeletal growth and development. Dr. Bockow discusses appropriate ages and methods for expansion, and the importance of collaboration with a myofunctional therapist.
2021-05-1245 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 50 ft. Samantha Weaver, M.SIn today's episode, Brittny has a great time chatting with Samantha Weaver, director of the AOMT and founding board member of the Academy of Applied Myofunctional Sciences. Samantha discusses her atypical journey with beginning to learn about myofunctional therapy prior to attending speech pathology school. Samantha and Brittny discuss how breathing re-education should be at the forefront of every myofunctional therapy program. Samantha reveals some VERY exciting news at the end of the episode!
2021-04-1538 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 48 ft. Dr. Meghna Dassani, DMDIn today’s episode, Brittny has the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Meghna Dassani, author of “Airway is Life”. Dr. Dassani gives you the tools and information you need to spot sleep-disordered breathing and other issues in your own home. Dr. Dassani and Brittny dive into the negative implications of poor sleep and the domino effect it has on the rest of our body. Dr. Dassani even shares a very personal story that got her into the field of dental sleep medicine. Website:www.Meghnadassani.com
2021-04-0939 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 47 ft. Cheryl Shafer, RDH, BS, COMIn today's episode, Brittny has a great time chatting with Cheryl Shafer, a registered dental hygienist, certified orofacial myologist, and friend. Cheryl shares some of her biggests wins and even some of her losses. Cheryl is a wealth of knowledge, her journey began with treating herself and her son. She discusses the importance of collaborative care and even gives us insight on how she and her team work together to get the job done!
2021-03-2648 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 46 ft. Dr. Steve Carstensen, DDSIn today's episode, Brittny has the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Steve Carstensen- a very influential leader in the field of dental sleep medicine. Dr. Carstensen discusses his passion for educating on and stressing the importance of proper development of the craniofacial respiratory complex, a term coined by Dr. Kevin Boyd. Dr. Casrtensen co-authored a brochure by the ADA titled "Children's Airway".
2021-03-1042 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 45 ft. Airway Health SolutionsIn today's episode, Brittny speaks with her favorites at Airway Health Solutions on the importance of incorporating myofunctional therapy into all orthopedic and expansive techniques. This episode was recorded on Airway Health Solutions conversational segment. Visit their Facebook page for more conversations!
2021-03-1059 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 44 ft. Karese Laguerre, RDH, OMTIn today's episode, Brittny chats with her very great friend, partner in crime, and avid airway advocate- Karese Laguerre. Karese is the current present and founder of the International Association of Airway Hygienists. The IAAH supports Registered Dental Hygienists world wide who practice myofunctional therapy and breathing re-education. Listen to learn the amazing benefits of becoming a member of the IAAH. WE ARE STRONGER IN NUMBERS. If you are passionate about airway, even if you're just starting out, the IAAH is the organization for you! Brittny and Karese touch briefly on their #TeamMyo course and also offer a member d...
2021-03-0523 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 43 ft. Zohara Nguyen, CCC-SLP, MSPA, CPSP, QOMIn today's episode, Brittny chats with the very talented, Zohara Nguyen, CCC-SLP, MSPA, CPSP, QOM. Zohara shares her myo journey from student to educator. Zohara discusses the difference between myofunctional therapy and traditional speech therapy, and focuses on the importance of proper sequencing in myofunctional programs. Don't forget to check out Zohara's beautiful myo themed decor and accessories at society6.com/zoharanguyen !Other links:Neo-Health Serviceswww.orofacialmyology.com
2021-01-3036 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 42 ft. Dr. Marianna Evans, DMDIn today's episode, Brittny has the pleasure of speaking with the brilliant, Dr. Marianna Evans. Dr. Evans is a board-certified dual specialist in Orthodontics and Periodontics. Dr. Evans frequently lectures on skeletal expansion, guided facial growth, interdisciplinary care, and periodontal plastic surgery. She developed 4D Morphotropic Orthodontics™ expansion protocol with the focus on airway and periodontal health. This is an episode you do not want to miss!
2021-01-2746 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 41 ft. Dr. Skye Zeller, DMD, PhDIn today's episode, Brittny speaks with the amazingly talented and good friend of hers, Dr. Skye Zeller. Dr. Zeller has a contagious passion when it comes to airway dentistry. Listen to learn her "aha" moment and how she began her very own airway centered practice. Dr. Zeller dives into the importance of proper growth and development at an early age and how critical the component of myofunctional therapy is to her treatment plans.Websites:https://www.dentalsleepct.com/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/dentalsleepct/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dentalsleepct
2021-01-1829 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 40 ft. Dr. James Thomas, DDS, MSIn today's episode, Brittny speaks with the extremely passionate and driven, Dr. James "JT" Thomas, DDS, MS- the founder of the health:latch circle. Health:latch circle gives Millions of parents and patients around the world who are suffering from issues related to oral restrictions, oral dysfunction and airway health the answers they are looking for while giving healthcare professionals a platform to put their collaborations in action. Dr. James Thomas has more than 15 years of experience in clinical pediatric dentistry and correction and resolution of oral tethers.Links:WEBSITE: www.healthlatchcircle.comPRINCIPLES PAGE: https://www...
2020-12-311h 07I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 39 ft. Dr. Dean Raio, DDSIn today's episode, Brittny speaks with Dr. Dean Raio, a national and clinical advisor for VIVOS therapeutics. Dr. Raio has been in private practice for over 25 years and has treated hundreds of patients, both children and adults, with sleep and breathing issues. Dr. Raio discusses the importance of expansion orthodontics and the disconnect between dentists with more traditional views. Dr. Raio and Brittny also discuss the connection between airway and digestion.
2020-11-2935 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 38 ft. Dr. Ben Miraglia, DDSIn today's episode, Brittny speaks with Dr. Ben Miraglia, DDS, leader in pediatric airway development and adult expansion. Brittny and Dr. Miraglia discuss the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration. Dr. Miraglia shares his school of thought in not only expanding the upper arch, but the lower arch as well. Beginning treatment is never too late, Dr. Miraglia has treated patients into their 6th decade of life!
2020-11-081h 06I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 37 ft. Dr. Steven Olmos, DDS, DABCP, DABCDSM, DABDSM, DAAPM, FAAOP, FAACP, FICCMO, FADI, FIAOIn today's episode, Brittny talks with Dr. Steven Olmos, founder of TMJ & Sleep Therapy Centres. There are over 60 licensed locations in seven countries dedicated exclusively tot he diagnosis and treatment of craniofacial pain and sleep disorders. Listen to hear Dr. Olmos explain why chronic pain and breathing cannot be treated separately. This is an episode you don't want to miss as Brittny and Dr. Olmos discuss low-level laser therapy, the benefits of 3D imaging, and managing nasal issues to reduce facial pain and sleep apnea.website:www.tmjcentre.comlink to donate:www...
2020-10-2052 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 36 ft. Lauren Gueits, RDH, BSHappy National Dental Hygiene Month! What better way to celebrate than chatting with one of our favorite fellow dental hygienists, Lauren Gueits, RDH, BS-- the Founder/President of Airway Health Solutions. Brittny and Lauren connect the dots between malocclusion and airway health. Listen to learn how you can easily begin incorporating an orthodontic and airway screening into your dental hygiene protocols and screenings. It is so important for dental hygienists to be at the forefront and become airway advocates for their patients.Website and Online Mini Residency Information with Dr. Ben Miragliawww.airwayhealthsolutions.com
2020-10-2053 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 35 ft. Dr. Mark Burhenne, DDSIn today's episode, Brittny chats with the creator and author of AsktheDentist.com and the #1 bestselling author of The 8-Hour Sleep Paradox. Dr. Mark Burhenne, DDS is a family and sleep medicine dentist. Learn how his own journey changed the way he practiced dentistry. Brittny and Dr. Burhenne discuss how the first step to overall health is oral health. Dr. Burhenne shares tips to reset your oral microbiome. website:www.askthedentist.comFind a functional dentist today:https://askthedentist.com/directory/
2020-10-1243 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 34 ft. Dr. Steven Lamberg DDS, DABDSMIn today's episode, Brittny has the pleasure of chatting with the author of The Role of Snoring & Sleep Apnea in Contemporary Preventative Medicine: Treat the Cause...Treat the Airway. Dr. Steven Lamberg, DDS, DABDSM is also the creator of the Lamberg Questionnaire which uses your medical history to reveal your risk of sleep-related breathing problems. Dr. Lamberg discusses how a majority of our chronic diseases are not as genetically connected as we once thought.
2020-09-3046 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 32 ft. Becky Ellsworth, A.A.S., RDH, BS, COM, QOMIn today's episode, Brittny has the pleasure speaking with one of her very own mentors, Becky Ellsworth. Becky is a registered dental hygienist, a certified orofacial myologist, and qualified orofacial myologist. Brittny and Beck chat about their passion for the field of orofacial myology. Becky shares her journey into the myo world with her mentor, and true trailblazer, Marge Snow. Becky shares why dental hygienists make fantastic orofacial myologists and how dental hygienists can begin screening TODAY in their dental chairs. To add to the support and guidance Becky has already offered us all, she is giving us yet...
2020-09-2342 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 31 ft. Hallie Bulkin, CCC-SLP, COMIn today's episode, Brittny chats with Hallie Bulkin. Hallie is a fellow Certified Orofacial Myologist, Feeding Specialist, and Speech-Language Pathologist. Brittny and Hallie have so much fun chatting ALL things MYO-related from her personal journey on the speech and feeding side, down to the nitty gritty of being a successful entrepreneur. Listen to learn the relationship between picky eating and TOTs. BONUS: Hallie leaves us with advice for new therapists starting out!
2020-09-1348 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 30 ft. James Nestor, Author of "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art"In today's episode Brittny chats with James Nestor, the author of "Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art". This book has been a real game changer for those involved in the airway, sleep, and TOTs space. James shares his personal story of years of chronic mouth breathing and his commitment to getting this knowledge out to the public. Listen to hear James's journey around the world and all those he visited with, even ancient skulls and burial sites!
2020-09-0454 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 29 ft. Dr. Faraneh Carnegie-Hargreaves, DCIn today's episode, Brittny has the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Faraneh Carnegie-Hargreaves, DC. Dr. Faraneh is a chiropractor who specializes in craniofacial therapies that can be helpful for babies with feeding difficulties and in relieving many chronic conditions including: TMJ pain, vertigo, tinnitus, and headaches and support the efficacy of growth and myofunctional appliances. They discuss fascia and how oral dysfunction can affect the entire body, from the head all the way down to the toes. Lastly, Brittny and Dr. Faraneh discuss one of Brittny's favorite topics: SELF-CARE. Listen to hear Dr. Faraneh's pillars of self-care. As a...
2020-08-2738 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 28 ft. Ken Hooks, RRT, RPSGTIn today's episode, we meet Ken Hooks, RRT, RPSGT, and discuss the climate of sleep medicine. Ken is a registered respiratory therapist and a registered polysomnographic technologist for adults and pediatrics. He co-authored the case report "Rapid Maxillary Expansion and Adenotonsillectomy in 9-Year-Old Twins with Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome: An Interdisciplinary Effort". Listen as we talk about the nitty gritty of sleep study results! website:www.truesleepdiagnostics.comKen wanted to send a special shout out to those he forgot to mention: Dr. Melanie Throne, Christina Bridges, Kristie Gatto, Robyn Walsh
2020-08-2029 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 27 ft. Dr. Staci Whitman, DMDDoctor Staci Whitman, DMD knew she didn’t want to be a “drill and fill” type dentist. Doctor Staci is a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist in Portland, OR and Health Coach where she offers a whole-body and functional approach to her patient care. She discusses the long term effects we see in children with undiagnosed TOTs. Doctor Staci reveals her passion which is to educate people to feel empowered over their own well-being. Listen to learn how Doctor Staci believes diet is the key to overall health. Links:https://nopokids.comhttps://happihe...
2020-08-1331 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 26 ft. Autumn R. Henning, MS, CCC-SLP, COM, IBCLCIn today’s episode, Brittny and Autumn R. Henning, MS, CCC-SLP, COM, IBCLC discuss all things TOTs related— how to explain TOTs to patients and parents, how to respond when they say “but nobody ever told me this before!”, the importance of pre and post op therapy, how to handle a patient who does not follow your recommendations/referrals, what providers are a must for TOTs cases, and what factors to consider for optimal timing of release.Website:Check out Autumn’s courses, her E3 Model of Care, and FREE resources! Link below.http://www...
2020-07-3056 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 25 ft. Dr. Howie Hindin, DDSIn today's episode Brittny has the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Howie Hindin, co-founder of the Foundation for Airway Health and the current president of the American Academy of Physiological Medicine and Dentistry. Dr. Hindin is an acknowledged pioneer in the relationship between dental issues and whole body health. Listen to learn more about and take part in the AMAZING initiatives Dr. Hindin is putting forward. Dr. Hindin is also the co-author of the book - GASP: Airway Health, The Hidden Path to Wellness.Websites:www.hindincenter.comwww.aapmd.orgVirtual Conference Dates...
2020-07-1447 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 24 ft. Michelle Emanuel OTR/L, NBCRIn today's episode, Brittny talks with Michelle Emanuel, OTR/L, NBCR. With 24 years experience as a pediatric OT, Michelle has infused principles of myofunctional science into her latest creation, BabyMyo, focusing on bringing health, wellness, and remediation of cranial nerve dysfunction/oral dysfunction and tethered oral tissues to precrawling infants. Brittny asks Michelle questions by first time mama's at the end of the episode! You are in for a real treat!Website:www.lovetummytime.com
2020-07-141h 17I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 23 ft. Dr. Dan Hanson BDS (UK), Associate Practitioner Buteyko Institute of Breathing and HealthIn today's episode, Brittny talks with the brilliant, Dr. Dan Hanson- creator of Sleepy Strip. He is the first first Buteyko Institute Breathing Educator in the world to also study the Wim Hof Academy. Dr. Dan has focused his career on early interceptive treatment of soft tissue dysfunction, sleep apnea, breathing dysfunction, and malocclusion. Outside of that, he is a lead facilitator for Men's Wellbeing Inc and is also a volunteer for The Rites Of Passage Institute. Excited for you all to listen in on this one, Dr. Dan is AWESOME and offers incredible insight! He explains a PERFECT...
2020-07-081h 09I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 22 ft. Angie Lehman, RDH, COM®In today's episode, Brittny chats with the FABULOUS Angie Lehman, RDH, COM ®. Angie runs one of the most successful and well known private practices, Oral Myofunctional Therapy of York. She is also the Secretary for the International Association of Orofacial Myology. Listen as Brittny and Angie discuss a multitude of topics relating to OMDs, but really drive home the importance of chewing and swallowing mechanics in a myo program. Angie is a special guest. Brittny met Angie at a course in 2017, and since has always looked to Angie for support and guidance.Website:https://omtofyork.com/
2020-07-0154 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 21 ft. Karen Masters MS, CCC/SLP, COM, QOMIn today's episode, Brittny talks with Karen Masters MS, CCC/SLP, COM, QOM. Karen reveals how orofacial myology has changed the way she practices and assesses patients. Listen to learn the difference between speech pathology and orofacial myology. Website:https://www.chathamspeechandlanguage.com/
2020-06-2351 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 20 ft. Richard Baxter, DMD, MSIn today's episode, Brittny talks with Dr. Richard Baxter of the Alabama Tongue-Tie Center. Dr. Baxter is also the author of the bestselling book, Tongue-Tied: How a Tiny String Under the Tongue Impacts Nursing, Speech, Feeding, and More. Beginning with his own personal story, Dr. Baxter is passionate about educating parents and health practitioners about the effects a tongue-tie can have throughout the lifespan.Book:Tongue-Tied: How a Tiny String Under the Tongue Impacts Nursing, Speech, Feeding, and Morehttps://www.amazon.com/Tongue-Tied-String-Impacts-Nursing-Feeding/dp/1732508208Website:https://tonguetieal.com/
2020-06-1739 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 19 ft. Yuri May, DMD, NMD, AIOMTIn today's episode, Brittny talks with Dr. Yuri May of Natural Dentistry located in Farmington, CT. This is a special one as Brittny and Dr. May have been working collaboratively on cases since 2016. Dr. May dives in to the fundamentals of holistic dentistry and how soon his role changed after dental school. Dr. May stresses the importance of myofunctional therapy as an adjunct to the work he performs in office. Visit:https://naturaldentistrycenter.com/Brittny can attest to the beautiful work and commitment to the patient at Natural Dentistry!
2020-06-1244 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 17 ft. Timothy J. King- BTh. Adv. Dip. Sci. Myotherapy MA and Sarah Beach BHSc, BA, Cert SDT, RDH, OMTIn today's episode, Brittny discusses all things TMD with Timothy King and Sarah Beach, what a dynamic duo! Together, they give us insight into their course, FAST AND FUNCTIONAL, which offers a functional approach to TMD while also integrating myofunctional therapy exercises for treatment. They discuss the topic of pain, and the new science in musculoskeletal pain, that none of us were taught if we studied our disciplines more than five years ago. Listen to learn how to manage pain in the myofunctional therapy or dental client. Link to register for the webinar June 11th @8pm EST
2020-06-011h 03I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 16 ft. Dr. David McIntosh, MBBS, FRACS, PhD- Part 1In today's episode, Brittny has the pleasure of speaking with the brilliant- Dr. David McIntosh. Dr. McIntosh is a pediatric ENT with a particular interest in airway obstruction, facial and dental development, and its relationship to ENT airway problems, and middle ear disease. He is the founder of one of the largest ENT services in Australia and runs the largest education service in the world for dentists and doctors on ENT. Dr. McIntosh breaks it down CLEARLY and uses the most fantastic analogies that will leave you thinking, "WOW, that makes so much sense." Thank you Dr. McIntosh for...
2020-05-281h 00I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 33 ft. Lois Laynee, RDHIn today's episode, Brittny and Lois Laynee talk about cranial nerve dysfunction and how to re-create normal function. Lois is a dynamic pioneer and passionate lecturer in the fields of Education, Sleep, Scar Release Healing, Cranio Facial Neuro development, and much more. Lois shares with the audience what Restorative Breathing and Lois Breathing exactly are and how 3-5 minutes daily can make a HUGE impact! Every dysfunction starts with an interruption or alteration within these connections and once activated and integrated, sleep is restored, pain and anxiety can be reduced, movement is fluid and breathing is effortless! Th...
2020-05-2151 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 15 ft. Diane Bahr, MS, CCC-SLP, CIMIIn today's episode, Brittny and Diane Bahr dive into infant feeding and TOTs. Diane is a visionary with a mission. For almost 40 years, she has treated children and adults with feeding, motor speech, and mouth function problems. Diane is the author of the textbook, Oral Motor Assessment and Treatment: Ages and Stages, and two parent-professional books, Feed Your Baby and Toddler Right: Early Eating and Drinking Skills Encourage the Best Development and Nobody Ever Told Me (or My Mother) That! Everything from Bottles and Breathing to Healthy Speech Development.Book: “Motor Skills Acquisition in the First Year: An...
2020-05-151h 02I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 14 ft. Greg Campi, DMD, OrthodontistIn today’s episode, Brittny discusses airway orthodontics with Dr. Greg Campi. They go into detail about different treatment options and help from birth to mature adult. Dr. Campi stresses how myofunctional therapy can help in all stages of growth and development.Shownotes:Books: “Mikey and The Dragons” and “Way of the Warrior Kid” by Jocko Willink “Why we Sleep” by Matthew Walker “Baby-led Weaning” by Gill Rapley, PhD and Tracey MurkettWebsite: www.orthodonticwellness.com
2020-05-1455 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 13 ft. Casey Lynn, DMD, Pediatric DentistIn today's episode, Brittny discusses with Dr. Casey his journey into TOTs. Dr. Casey is a pediatric dentist and is the founder of the Tampa Tongue-Tie Center. He is passionate and focused on growing his center to help treat infants, adolescents, and adults with tethered oral tissues. Brittny asks Dr. Casey about the hard work he put in to make his dream a reality. Must see episode and true entrepreneurship!
2020-05-0639 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 12 ft. Julia Worrall, RN, The Sleep RNIn today's episode, Brittny speaks with Julia Worrall, The Sleep RN, about all things SLEEP! We learn how she made the shift in her nursing career to sleep medicine as she shares her personal story of being a patient with sleep apnea. Julia created an International Airway Advocate program for The Foundation of Airway Health. It is her mission to get the knowledge she has out to the masses, both the dental and medical world.
2020-05-0437 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 11 ft. Sandra Holtzman, MS, CCC-SLP, COM® QOMIn today's episode, Brittny speaks with one of her very own mentors and trainers, Sandra Holztman. Sandra dives into how she entered the world of Orofacial Myology and how the Myo Manual came to be born. Sandra's organization, Neo-Health, is well known for the support they offer even after a therapist graduates (Brittny can attest to that). It was through Sandra's organization that Brittny became a QOM (Qualified Orofacial Myologist). We hear about orofacial myology through an SLPs eyes. Sandra discusses the distinct difference between orofacial myology and speech pathology. Listen to Sandra, a leading pioneer, reveal what she...
2020-04-2958 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 10: Introducing #TeamMyo BusinessIn today's episode, Brittny brings on a special friend of hers and colleague, Karese Laguerre, to introduce their very own program geared to RDHs starting off as OMTs: #TeamMyo Business!
2020-04-2215 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 9 ft. Michael Gelb, DDS, MSIn this episode, Brittny interviews sleep and TMJ specialist, Dr. Michael Gelb. They discuss the relationship between sleep and TMJ. Dr. Gelb shares information about his ACG System which is the first fully integrated day and night oral appliance. Listen to find out tips for better quality sleep and learn how dental practices are on the forefront of educating patients on the importance of whole body wellness.Role of Oral Devices in Managing Sleep-disordered Breathing Patients https://www.prosthodontics.org/assets/1/7/16.Role_of_Oral_Devices_in_Managing_Sleep-disordered_Breathing_Patients.pdfhttps://www.juvabite.com/
2020-04-1651 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 8 ft. Lawrence Kotlow DDS, PCIn this episode, Brittny discusses TOTs and laser procedures with Dr. Lawrence Kotlow. Dr. Kotlow specializes in pediatric dentistry and is well known for his concern and understanding of mother's who wish to breastfeed. He is an internationally known expert on the diagnosis and treatment of ankyloglossia also known as tongue-tie. Dr. Kotlow sees infants as early as a day after birth. His techniques using laser surgery eliminate the need to place infants in the operating room or the need for drugs for treatment.
2020-04-161h 04I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 6 ft. Dr. Liz Turner, DMDBrittny discusses with Liz Turner, DMD the depth of how attached the mouth and body are. Dr. Turner reveals it wasn't until the birth of her son a few years ago that her world changed. He was born tongue tied and it was impacting his feeding. Since she wasn't having pain and her son was gaining weight, she was told... "It's just a mild tie, it will stretch, it's no big deal." A mom knows her baby, and after five weeks she was able to get his lip and tongue tie treated with a laser (by a dentist). Three...
2020-04-1351 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 5 ft. Scott Siegel, MD, DDS, FACS, FICS, FAAPDr. Siegel is a board certified, dual degree MD, DDS, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. Dr. Siegel has over 25 years of experience as an oral and maxillofacial surgeon and has devoted the past 18 years to treatment of issues related to tethered oral tissues. He has performed over 30,000 tethered oral tissue surgical procedures to date. Dr. Siegel is internationally recognized as a pioneering laser TOTs surgeon. In today's episode, Brittny discusses with Dr. Siegel the impact a tethered oral tissue can have on feeding, speech, craniofacial development, airway, sleep, etc.
2020-03-2735 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 4 ft. Patrick McKeown, Founder of Buteyko Clinic InternationalWorld's leading authority on the Buteyko Breathing method. Patrick believes in the Buteyko method being a method of treatment for individuals who have diagnosis of asthma and chronic rhinosinusitus. In this episode, Brittny discusses with Patrick the importance of nasal breathing, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. Listen as Patrick dives into personal and clinical experiences and the impact the shift from mouth to exclusively nasal breathing can have on one's life.
2020-03-271h 07I Spy with my Myo Eye...Episode 7 ft. Dr. Mary Bourke, CEO of Myo AustraliaIn this episode, Brittny discusses with Dr. Mary Bourke, the many benefits of the myomunchee. Dr. Burke is a chiropractor with a special interest area in pediatric growth and development. She is the daughter of dentist, Kevin Bourke, pioneer of Myo Munchee. One of her key professional goals with both chiropractic care and as CEO of Myo Australia, manufacturers of the Myo Munchee, is to spread the word about the benefits of chewing and the denaturing effects of long term pacifier use.https://myomunchee.com/Article by March 7, 2016by Licia Coceani Paskay, MS, CCC-SLP
2020-03-2630 minI Spy with my Myo Eye...Meet your host: Brittny SciarraWelcome to the “I spy with my myo eye” podcast. I am your host Brittny Sciarra.I am a certified orofacial myologist, registered dental hygienist, and life long learner.You ask, we’ll answer -By collaborating with true pioneers in specialties associated with the MYO world and listening to personal stories from some of our very own patients! Join me on this journey as we dive into the life altering world of tethered oral tissues and airway space. Let’s do this thing!
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