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OMD

Side-by-side images show the inside of a person's mouth at age 16 (top) and 29 (bottom), highlighting changes in dental and oral structure related to tongue posture. Text overlay reads "Miami Designer Smiles.

At Miami Designer Smiles, we often say: “The face doesn’t just grow, it’s guided.” And when the right factors aren’t present during development, the results can affect much more than just appearance. In fact, they can impact your breathing, your sleep, and your overall health. Let’s talk about what we […]

bad habits start as babies

Miami and Coral Gables, Florida An orofacial myofunctional disorder (OMD) is a disorder of the muscles and functions of the face and mouth. Originating from insufficient nasal or oral breathing, an OMD develops when the muscles and orofacial functions adapt to that disordered breathing pattern. Swallowing can be affected significantly […]