Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Breathe Better, Sleep Deeper, Thrive Fully.
Florida Myo retrains the muscles of the mouth, face, and airway to resolve the root causes of mouth breathing, tongue tie, jaw pain, and sleep-disordered breathing.
Apollo Beach & Ruskin, FL — Telehealth available nationwide.
What We Treat
Myofunctional Therapy Services
Orofacial myofunctional therapy addresses the muscle imbalances behind a wide range of conditions — from breathing and sleep to jaw pain and orthodontic relapse.
Mouth Breathing
Retrain breathing patterns to restore nasal breathing and support healthy facial development.
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Pre- and post-frenectomy therapy that maximises the benefits of tongue tie release.
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Correct the swallowing pattern that pushes teeth out of alignment and causes relapse.
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Strengthen oral muscles to reduce discomfort and restore effortless swallowing.
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Address muscle imbalances behind TMJ pain, bruxism, and neck tension naturally.
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Tone airway muscles that collapse during sleep to reduce snoring and apnea severity.
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Airway dysfunction and sleep-disordered breathing can mimic or worsen ADHD symptoms.
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Protect your orthodontic investment by correcting tongue thrust and mouth breathing.
Learn moreWhat Our Patients Say
“I have severe obstructive sleep apnea and benefited enormously from Kathleen's skill and expertise. She prepared a detailed report that my VA physician reviewed and approved for treatment — and my daily sleep apnea measurements dramatically improved as a result. Beyond her knowledge, she is a delightful person who makes the time go by quickly. I recommend Florida Myo highly, without reservation.”
— JB
“I can't recommend my myofunctional therapist enough! She's knowledgeable, supportive, and truly invested in my progress. Her expertise in oral function and breathing has helped me improve so much. If you're considering therapy, she's the one to see!”
— BH
“I seldom gave reviews but Kathleen's professionalism and dedication is top-notch! From the time of her assessment of my son's recurring condition to the pre and post surgery therapy, she has been consistent in her quality of care. As a healthcare worker myself, I am truly grateful for the benefits of myofascial therapy to my son.”
— CT
“Kathleen is such an amazing professional! She is kind, thoughtful, thorough in her explanations, and helps you feel comfortable with myotherapy practices and methods. My daughter and I truly enjoyed our time with her and would recommend her services to anyone looking to make a positive impact on airway health, posture, muscle tone, and overall wellness! She is simply the BEST!!”
— DB
What is OMT?
Retraining the muscles behind breathing, sleep, and oral function
Orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) is a therapeutic program that retrains the muscles of the mouth, face, and airway to function properly. These muscles play a critical role in nasal breathing, tongue posture, swallowing and chewing, speech development, facial and jaw growth, and sleep quality and airway support.
When these systems are out of balance — whether from tongue-tie, mouth breathing, thumb sucking, or orthodontic extractions — the body compensates. Over time, these compensations can lead to crowded teeth, underdeveloped jaws, forward head posture, TMJ pain, sleep fragmentation, and more.
At Florida Myo, we assess and treat these dysfunctions at the muscular and behavioral level — helping patients breathe, sleep, and function better.
Personalized care for children, teens, and adults
- ✓Children with mouth breathing, tongue thrust, speech challenges, and facial growth concerns
- ✓Teens and adults post-orthodontics or with relapse, TMJ discomfort, or sleep-disordered breathing
- ✓Patients with tethered oral tissues (tongue- and lip-ties) — including pre- and post-release therapy
- ✓Those with sleep apnea, UARS, snoring, fatigue, or light sleep looking for functional, non-invasive solutions
- ✓Collaborative cases involving airway dentists, ENTs, orthodontists, sleep specialists, and bodyworkers
Looking for a holistic solution to your child's sleep struggles, mouth breathing, or behavioral challenges? Florida Myo specializes in pediatric myofunctional therapy designed to address the underlying causes of sleep-disordered breathing and support healthier breathing, sleep, and oral function. Based in the Tampa Bay area, we proudly serve families throughout Ruskin, Apollo Beach, Brandon, Sun City Center, Sarasota, and surrounding communities across Hillsborough and Manatee Counties. For families outside our local service area, virtual appointments are also available, making expert myofunctional therapy accessible to children and families throughout Florida and beyond.
Why Florida Myo
What Sets Us Apart
Clinical Dental Expertise
Kathleen brings 20+ years of dental hygiene experience to every session — a rare combination of clinical depth and specialized myofunctional training under one therapist.
Root-Cause, Not Symptom Management
Unlike offices that prescribe appliances or medications, Florida Myo uses a natural, exercise-based approach that retrains the underlying muscles driving sleep apnea, orthodontic relapse, and chronic jaw pain.
Underserved Region, Accessible Specialist
Dedicated myofunctional therapy providers are scarce in the Apollo Beach, Ruskin, and greater Tampa Bay corridor. Florida Myo fills that gap — and accepts referrals from local dentists, orthodontists, and ENTs.
Why Florida Myo
Meet Your Therapist
Kathleen McQuestion
CRDH, BASDH, OMT
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist
Florida Myo LLC is a specialized therapy practice located in the Apollo Beach/Ruskin area of Florida, offering orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) to patients in the Tampa Bay and Sarasota regions. Led by Kathleen McQuestion, a Registered Dental Hygienist and certified Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist, the practice focuses on identifying and treating the root causes of muscle dysfunctions affecting the face, mouth, and throat.
Kathleen graduated magna cum laude from St. Petersburg College with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Dental Hygiene and is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Higher Education at Nova Southeastern University. With 20+ years of clinical experience and advanced airway-focused training, she has found her calling in a discipline that bridges oral health, airway support, and whole-body well-being.
Through personalized exercise-based therapy, Florida Myo helps patients resolve issues like sleep apnea, snoring, tongue tie, jaw pain, mouth breathing, and orthodontic relapse using a natural, non-invasive approach.
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