At Mouth Matters we do things that no one else does!
We work with patients, both young and old, to adjust habits that affect the mouth, teeth, jaw and airways in many negative ways.
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Did you know that thumb or finger sucking will adversely affect tooth and jaw development? Did you realise that over-breathing can result in snoring, anxiety, depression and fatigue?
Have you ever been asked if you are a mouth breather or a nose breather?
Little things can influence big things and you may be suprised with the positive, life changing results we could achieve for you by simply replacing bad habits with good ones. Find out more about Buteyko Breathing, Myofunctional Therapy, and Thumb-sucking.
Mouth Matters is part of Epsom Dentalcare and operates out of the Epsom Dentalcare building on 19 Alpers Ave, Newmarket. We are part of the Dentalcare group which also includes Dentalcare West.
Has your child developed mouth habits such as thumb sucking, tongue or cheek sucking, or tongue thrust? These habits can not only have detrimental health effects now, but also adversely affect your child's teeth and jaw development leading to costly dental work in the future. Mouth Matters have a solution to assist you with resolving these habits in a positive way.
About
MARNIE PUGH
Marnie has recently joined us from Face First Therapy and Alpers Dental Group where she had worked since 2007. Marnie is New Zealand’s only practicing Myofunctional Therapist and has received training in the USA by Joy Moeller and Barbara Greene, recognised as two of the top world leaders in Myofunctional Therapy. Marnie is also one of a handful of certified Buteyko Practitioners in New Zealand, and one of only two in Auckland.
Marnie comes from a sporting family and has represented New Zealand internationally in trampoline, winning a world age-group title when she was nine. Marnie enjoys relaxing on the weekends at her Mangere Bridge home with her two children and is a keen supporter of the Vodafone Warriors, Auckland Blues, and the All Blacks.
Buteyko Breathing
Do you, or someone you know, suffer from asthma, sleep apnoea, allergies, breathlessness or constant runny nose? These symptoms, and many more, may be the result of incorrect breathing. You can treat some of these issues with expensive drugs however this might only be covering the problem rather than fixing the root causes. Buteyko Breathing recognises that poor breathing habits are the root cause of many issues and like all habits, can be unlearned and replaced with healthier breathing practises.
Buteyko Breathing techniques may benefit anyone who suffers from:
- Light-headedness or headaches
- Poor concentration
- Anxiety and tension
- Numbness and tingling
- Depression
- Panic attacks
- Disrupted sleep
- Snoring and sleep apnoea
- Heart palpitations or irregular heartbeat
- Chest tightness
- Wheezing and coughing
- Breathlessness
- Frequent yawning
- Reflux
- Heartburn
- Aerophagia
- General fatigue
- Bad dreams
- Nightmares
- Dry itchy skin
- Sweating
- Cramping
- Spasm
- Diarrhoea or constipation
- Bed wetting or regular visits to the bathroom during the night
- Chronic exhaustion
We offer one-on-one and group sesions to help with your asthma, anxiety, depression, exhaustion or allergy issues. You may find that this therapy could have a profound effect on how you overcome these problems. Once learnt, the Buteyko breathing method is a lifetime solution; You can use Buteyko anywhere and at anytime, to breathe easier, reduce stress and anxiety, feel more energetic, and feel healthier and more relaxed again
Myofunctional Therapy
Improve mouth posture and see amazing life-changing benefits
Poor mouth and tongue habits may be upsetting your body's delicate balance – after all, your mouth is the gatekeeper to your body and as such, can influence your general health and wellbeing. Furthermore, jaw issues, which can develop as a result of incorrect posture, can cause chronic headache and neck issues due to the jaw's proximity to the upper head and neck.
Myofunctional Therapy may help with the following health issues:
- Headaches and neck pain
- Allergies
- TMJ (Temporomandibular joint) problems
- Thumb sucking
- Nail or lip biting
- Speech issues
- Bloating
- Food texture sensitivities
- Choking, gagging or swallowing difficulties
- Sleep apnea
- Snoring
- Long Face syndrome
Poor orofacial function may be the result of noxious habits that could include thumb or digit sucking, tongue-thrust swallow, mouth breathing, chronic nasal congestion or may be the result of physiological or developmental abnormalities. Surgery is sometimes an option however Mouth Matters prefer to focus on developing positive facial and mouth habits as a first priority.
Thumb-sucking
Most children will stop sucking thumbs or fingers by themselves around about two to three years of age. However some children continue on with the habit which then has a negative impact on tooth development, not to mention the ongoing embarrassment of being teased at home or school for being a thumb sucker.
Mouth Matters take a proactive approach to thumb sucking with a fun, step by step programme that has a very high success rate.
Our success rate is due in part to the impact of a third party professional which often carries more weight with the child. In addition to the third-party effect, our programme is the result of years of research both here in New Zealand, and overseas.
Our programme is run over 12 weeks, starting with an initial consultation and then six further appointments. We may also wish to call your child to encourage him/her along the way.
Has your child developed mouth habits such as thumb sucking, tongue or cheek sucking, or tongue thrust? These habits can not only have detrimental health effects now, but also adversely affect your child's teeth and jaw development leading to costly dental work in the future. Mouth Matters have a solution to assist you with resolving these habits in a positive way.
Call us on today to find out more or reach us through the 'Make an Enquiry' form.
Service Categories
Allergy Testing / Treatments, Breathwork, Children’s Health
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