Episode 143: Myofunctional Therapy: The Link in Dental and Airway Health with Karese Laguerre

The way we breathe, chew, and swallow plays a bigger role in our overall health than most people realize. Myofunctional therapy is at the forefront of transforming how we approach airway health, sleep, and dental care.

In this episode of The Healthy Sleep Revolution, Dr. Meghna Dassani sits down with Karese Laguerre—myofunctional therapist, author, and founder of The Myo Spot—to explore the growing impact of myofunctional therapy in dentistry and healthcare.

Topics Discussed:
🦷 What is myofunctional therapy? How it supports breathing, oral function, and sleep.
🤝 The crucial collaboration between myofunctional therapists and dentists. Why working together leads to better patient outcomes.
👀 Common signs providers often miss during exams and screenings—and how to spot them.
📚 How healthcare providers can learn more about integrating myofunctional therapy into their practice.

If you’re a provider looking to expand your knowledge or a patient curious about how myofunctional therapy can improve sleep and health, this episode is packed with expert insights you won’t want to miss!

🎧 Tune in now to discover how small changes in oral function can have a big impact on overall well-being.

About Karese Laguerre
Karese Laguerre is a certified myofunctional therapist, author, and the founder of The Myo Spot, where she helps patients improve breathing, sleep, and overall health through myofunctional therapy. Passionate about bridging the gap between oral function and whole-body wellness, Karese works closely with healthcare professionals to address airway disorders, tongue posture, and sleep-related issues. She is dedicated to empowering both patients and providers with the knowledge and tools to optimize health through better breathing and oral function.

For General Public

Website: www.themyospot.com

Blog: www.airwaymatters.blog

Book: https://a.co/d/0a1FV55

Social Media (FB, IG, TT): @themyospot

For Providers:

Website: www.myopathway.com

Dentist's Guide to Myo: https://bit.ly/myoguide


About Meghna Dassani

Dr. Meghna Dassani is passionate about promoting healthy sleep through dental practices. In following the ADA’s 2017 guideline on sleep apnea screening and treatment, she has helped many children and adults improve their sleep, their breathing, and their lives. Her books and seminars help parents and practitioners understand the essential roles of the tongue, palate, and jaw in promoting healthy sleep.

Connect with Dr. Meghna Dassani

Website: https://www.meghnadassani.com

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/healthysleeprevolution/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Lh_n7xmbhQVPGQrSjBIrw

Get a copy of Airway is Life: https://www.airwayislife.com