A short upper lip and long lower lip usually indicate open mouth resting. Since lips protect, guide and hold the teeth in position, orofacial myology therapy works to balance muscles and increase the strength of the lips.

Therapy begins by re-training the tongue to assume the correct resting and swallowing position on the roof of the mouth, as well as establishing a nasal-breathing pattern to allow the lips to close. We teach the facial muscles to support this corrected position. This is accomplished by an exercise program designed to take about 5 minutes 3 times per day.