Facial Physique- San Diego Myofunctional Therapy

Facial Physique- San Diego Myofunctional Therapy Virtual Myofunctional Therapy Welcome to Facial Physique! We are glad to have you check out our page and see how we can help you! Looking forward to connecting!

We offer free 30 minute informational sessions to answer any questions. If you would like to book, please go to www.facialphysique.com and find a time that works best. The Facial Physique Team

Tamara Thomas CSOM ~ Founder of Facial Physique

Tamara was born and raised in San Diego, CA and enjoys the beach, hiking and spending time with her dogs and her family. Another passion of her’s is volunte

ering at local animal rescues and helping find animals their fur-ever home. Tamara earned her degree in Dental Hygiene in 2009 from Cerritos College after having many years of experience in the dental field as a dental assistant. She enjoys her clinical experiences and educating about oral and systemic health. So, don’t forget to floss. Tamara’s journey into Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) began with her own personal and family experiences with orofacial dysfunction. Being tongue tied herself, she went through the therapy to eliminate her oral dysfunction. Upon finishing the program, the spark grew for her to continue with the OMT endeavors. In 2016, Tamara began exploring the field of OMT and with extensive training and education, she became a Certified Specialist in Orofacial Myology (CSOM). And in 2017, she opened Facial Physique. In 2020, she became a Myomentor Therapy Advisor to oversee and guide other professionals in OMT. Tamara enjoys working with all ages to improve oral function as it relates to breathing, facial development, and growth. Her passion is to help grow constant awareness in the community and is an advocate in bridging the gap between the medical and dental fields. She is an active member of the National Network of Healthcare Hygienists whose mission is to integrate oral health into medical care. Selina Preston CSOM~ Associate

Selina was born in Denver, Colorado, grew up in Lompoc California, and moved to sunny San Diego to pursue her dental career. Selina enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Also, staying active, snowboarding, and exploring San Diego’s beautiful beaches. After graduating from Concorde Community College as a Dental Hygienist, Selina gained knowledge and understanding of orofacial myology and realized she would benefit from orofacial myology sessions. This led her to advance her education and training and become a Certified Specialist in Orofacial Myology (CSOM) and a graduate of the Myomentor Program. Selina and her husband recently added to their family. Selina has first hand experience of orofacial dysfunction in newborns and knows the importance of collaborating with knowledgeable IBCLC’s and pediatricians to encourage successful breastfeeding. Selina is also passionate about bridging the gap between the medical and dental field and stays active in her community to spread awareness.

Myofunctional therapy is learning to look at the relationship between structure and function.Structure gives us the envi...
09/03/2026

Myofunctional therapy is learning to look at the relationship between structure and function.

Structure gives us the environment the muscles are working within—things like the palate, dental arches, jaw, and airway considerations.

Function is how those structures are being used—tongue posture, nasal breathing, chewing, swallowing, and other orofacial patterns.

As a myofunctional therapist, the goal isn’t to look at one symptom and immediately start exercising it.
We coach awareness first. Then we look at the pattern, identify what needs support, and work on functional habits that can carry over into everyday life.

And sometimes, that means collaborating with other professionals when structural or airway concerns need to be evaluated.

Because when it comes to orofacial function and myofunctional therapy, one piece rarely tells the whole story.

Comment ‘PUZZLE’ below for more information about connecting the pieces together.

If you’re doing myofunctional therapy, but no one is looking at the airway development, it may be time to zoom out. 👀Myo...
09/02/2026

If you’re doing myofunctional therapy, but no one is looking at the airway development, it may be time to zoom out. 👀

Myo can work on important functional patterns like:
1️⃣ Nasal breathing
2️⃣ Tongue resting posture
3️⃣ Lip seal
4️⃣ Swallowing
5️⃣ Orofacial muscle coordination
But function and structure are connected.

An airway-conscious dentist can help evaluate the dental factors that may be contributing to dysfunctional patterns — and when needed, collaborate with an orthodontist, ENT, sleep provider, and myofunctional therapist.

That doesn’t mean every child needs every provider.
It means the goal should be individualized, collaborative care—not treating one piece of the puzzle in isolation.

💬 If your child is in myofunctional therapy, ask their provider: “Are we looking at the airway, too?”
Save this for your next dental appointment + send it to a parent who needs to know that myofunctional therapy is about more than just tongue exercises.

09/01/2026

If your child does any of these 3 things, don’t just chalk it up to a “phase.” 👀

1️⃣ Mouth Breathing
Constantly breathing through their mouth while watching TV, playing, or relaxing? This can be a sign that something is affecting their normal nasal breathing.
2️⃣ Messy Eating
Chewing with their mouth open, smacking, or struggling with certain textures? These can point to oral-motor or chewing challenges.
3️⃣ Restless Sleep
Snoring, grinding their teeth, or waking up sweaty? These can be signs that their breathing and sleep quality deserve a closer look.

These behaviors don’t always mean something is wrong—but they’re worth noticing and discussing with the right provider. 🛑

Don’t wait for your child to “grow out of it.” Start by noticing the patterns and asking questions.

If you think your child might need myofunctional therapy, click the link in our bio to schedule a consultation!

Your tongue posture is more than an exercise—it’s a functional pattern. 👅In myofunctional therapy, we want to build awar...
08/27/2026

Your tongue posture is more than an exercise—it’s a functional pattern. 👅

In myofunctional therapy, we want to build awareness first, then coach the muscles toward a more functional, sustainable pattern.

If you’re wondering whether your tongue posture, breathing, swallowing, or oral habits could be affecting your function, don’t guess. Get assessed.

📲 Ready to understand your oral function? Book a myofunctional consultation through the link in bio.

08/26/2026

For a child, learning where the tongue should rest can be surprisingly difficult.

They can’t see inside their own mouth, and many children have limited awareness of where their tongue is positioned.

So instead of starting with a complicated oral-motor instruction, we make it VISUAL + hands-on. 👇
The child places a sticker on the alveolar ridge — the bumpy spot just behind the upper front teeth — on a mouth model.

This helps them:
→ Visually identify the “spot”
→ Build oral awareness and a mental map
→ Practice motor planning
→ Connect what they see on the model to what they feel inside their own mouth
→ Make learning proper tongue resting posture more interactive and age-appropriate

Then we can take it from the model to their own mouth:
“Can you find that same bumpy spot with your tongue?”

What looks like a simple sticker activity is actually helping build the brain-to-muscle connection needed for more accurate oral motor skills. 🧠👅

Wondering if your child could benefit from myofunctional therapy? Save this post and send it to a mom who needs to know that these skills can be taught through play.

Back-to-school is the perfect time to reset your child’s airway and tongue rest posture. 📚👃Before the schedules get craz...
08/25/2026

Back-to-school is the perfect time to reset your child’s airway and tongue rest posture. 📚👃

Before the schedules get crazy, start with the basics:
1️⃣ Nasal breathing
2️⃣ Healthy tongue resting posture
3️⃣ Staying hydrated
4️⃣ Consistent sleep routines

You don’t need to overhaul everything overnight. Coach one habit at a time and build from there.

💬 Which habit are you working on first?
Save this + send it to a parent who could use a reminder!

08/19/2026

Tongue-tie release is only part of the process. 👅

Preparing the tongue before a release can help establish better tongue elevation and jaw stability, giving the provider a better functional foundation for the procedure.

And myofunctional therapy after a release is important for supporting tongue mobility and helping reduce the risk of reattachment.

We work closely with providers who perform tongue-tie releases, because collaboration matters. 🤝

If you or your child are struggling with tongue-tie, tongue mobility, or feeding/oral function, myofunctional therapy may be an important piece of the puzzle.

🔗 Click the link in our bio to learn more and connect with our team.

08/12/2026

Your tongue needs practice—not perfection. 👅✨

Consistent myofunctional exercises help improve low resting tongue posture by building the neuromuscular pathways needed for lasting change.

Small daily habits = big progress over time.

Grab your tooth brush & do this exercise along with Selina Preston. Drop a 🪥 comments if you’re giving this one a try!

08/06/2026

Helping children break oral habits isn’t just about stopping thumb sucking or pacifier use—it’s about celebrating every step toward healthier breathing, swallowing, and oral development. 🎉

Every milestone matters, and we’re so proud of this graduate! 💛

What oral habit does your child need help with? Share it below! 👇

oralhabitprogram

07/29/2026

If you checked off even one of these signs, it may be time to schedule a myofunctional therapy consultation 👇

✔️ Difficulty breathing through your nose
✔️ Limited tongue mobility
✔️ Need Sleep apnea or sleep-disordered breathing support
✔️ Diagnosed with Tongue thrust
✔️ A narrow dental arch or crowded teeth

These signs are often connected by one thing: how the muscles of your mouth, tongue, and face are functioning. Many people spend years treating symptoms without realizing that muscle function can play an important role in breathing, sleep, oral development, and overall quality of life.

A comprehensive myofunctional evaluation helps identify whether oral muscle dysfunction may be contributing to what you’re experiencing and provides guidance on the next best steps.

✨ Keep in mind: Myofunctional therapy is often one piece of the puzzle. Depending on your individual needs, we may also recommend evaluation or treatment with other healthcare providers such as an ENT, dentist, orthodontist, sleep physician, speech-language pathologist, or another specialist. The goal is collaborative care—not a one-size-fits-all approach.
If you’ve been searching for answers, this could be a great place to start.

📩 Ready to find out if myofunctional therapy is right for you? Send us a DM with “CONSULT” or click the link in our bio to book your consultation.

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