Helping Kids and Adults Breath, Sleep & Thrive
Myofunctional Therapy
Helping Kids and Adults Breath, Sleep & Thrive
Transform with Myofunctional Therapy
Elimination of Oral Habits
Break the habit of finger sucking, nail biting, chewing on hair, clothes or pens.
Establish Nasal Breathing
Relearn to breath through your nose day and night.
Achieve Lip Competence
The ability to keep the lips gently closed at rest, without strain or effort.
Attain Palatal Tongue Rest Position
The ideal resting position of the tongue is where it gently rests against the roof of the mouth (the palate) when you're not eating, talking, or swallowing.
Tone the Pharyngeal Muscles
It is important to tone these muscles because they play a crucial role in breathing, swallowing, speaking, and keeping the airway open—especially during sleep.
Promote Functional Posture of the Head and Neck
Posture directly affects how we breathe, swallow, speak, and maintain oral-facial balance. Poor posture doesn't just affect the spine—it disrupts the entire orofacial system.
About Mana Myofunctional
Our Mission
At Mana Myofunctional, our mission is deeply rooted in my personal journey of motherhood and my commitment to improving the lives of my children—physically, emotionally, and holistically. Inspired by my son's struggles with mouth breathing. I am driven by a passion to help others rediscover optimal function, restful sleep, and vibrant health.
This practice is a reflection of my life’s purpose: to support my family by being a source of strength, love, and healing, while extending that same care and dedication to my clients. I strive to enhance the quality of life for each person I serve through personalized, evidence-based myofunctional therapy that nurtures the body, mind, and breath.
About Me
I'm a Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) licensed in both Hawaii and North Carolina, with over a decade of experience in dental health and patient care. I began my career on the beautiful island of Maui, where I developed a deep appreciation for holistic, patient-centered care. After many years in Hawai‘i, my family and I relocated to Charlotte, North Carolina to be closer to loved ones—especially as our own family grew.
My journey into Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy began not just as a clinician, but as a mom. Both of my children have difficulties with mouth breathing, sleep disturbances and other Orofacial myofuntional disorders (OMDs)—challenges that led me to seek solutions beyond traditional dental care. Their struggles inspired me to dive deeper into the field and ultimately pursue formal training with the Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (AOMT), where I completed their comprehensive 69-hour Foundations in OMT course.
My children are my "why" and the driving force behind my passion for this work. I’ve seen firsthand how life-changing proper oral function can be—not only for children, but for individuals of all ages. It’s my mission to help others breathe better, sleep better, and thrive through evidence-based myofunctional therapy.
Thank you for being here—I look forward to supporting you or your loved one on the journey toward optimal wellness.