Myofunctional Therapy
Supporting Healthy SmilesFrom the Inside Out
At Signature Orthodontics, we believe a healthy smile starts with a healthy foundation and that is why we now offer Myofunctional Therapy (MT). MT is a muscle-based treatment approach that can be used to address root causes that affect teeth, development of the jaws and airway health.
We’re proud to introduce Debora Michaud, a Registered Dental Hygienist and Certified Orofacial Myologist (COM®), who works one-on-one with our patients to identify and treat Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs).
What Are Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders?
OMDs are muscle-related issues involving the face, mouth and jaws that can interfere with growth, development and orthodontic outcomes. Common signs include:
• Thumb or finger sucking
• Mouth breathing
• Tongue thrusting
• Difficulty keeping lips closed at rest • Low tongue posture
• Tongue or lip ties
• Improper chewing or swallowing
What Can Myofunctional Therapy Do?
Through personalized exercises and habit correction, Debora helps patients:
✔ Improve breathing and oral function
✔ Support proper jaw and facial development
✔ Create a stable foundation for orthodontic treatment
✔ Promote long-term oral health and balance
Debora Michaud
Debora Michaud is a compassionate, whole- body focused myofunctional therapist at Signature Orthodontics. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene from the University of Alberta and has advanced training through IAOM and Airway Health Solutions.
She specializes in treating Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders, improving breathing, oral habits and facial muscle function. Debora collaborates closely with orthodontists and healthcare providers to deliver integrated, evidence-based care.
Outside the clinic, Debora enjoys fitness challenges and quality time with her husband, four children and family pets.