The Healthy Mouth Movement Podcast

From Pain to Purpose with MyoLavita


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I'm excited to welcome Vita Zhylyak, from MyoLavita, a myofunctional therapist who specializes in jaw pain. Vita's personal journey from experiencing orofacial pain and sleep issues to becoming a myofunctional therapist is truly inspiring. In this episode, she shares her struggles with sleep, speech therapy, and being labeled as a hyperactive child, and how her quest for answers led her to discover the transformative power of myofunctional therapy.

 

Key Takeaways:

-Vita's personal experience with jaw pain, migraines, and sleep issues motivated her to find holistic solutions.

-Myofunctional therapy was the key to Vita's transformation, helping her connect the dots between her sleep, airway, and muscle function.

-The importance of addressing the vagus nerve and nervous system regulation in treating orofacial pain and sleep disorders.

-The need for a holistic, whole-body approach to addressing jaw pain, rather than relying on quick fixes like night guards.

-The challenges Vita faced in convincing dental professionals to adopt a more comprehensive approach to treating orofacial pain.

-The significance of treating the entire family when working with children with sleep and behavioral issues.

 

Guest Details

Vita is a myofunctional therapist and the founder of MyoLavita. She has a personal history of struggling with orofacial pain, sleep issues, and being labeled as a hyperactive child. Vita's journey led her to discover the power of myofunctional therapy in addressing the root causes of these problems, and she is now dedicated to educating dental professionals and the public about the importance of this approach.

 

Her purpose is to empower individuals trapped in chronic pain by providing tools, resources, and support for a future filled with vitality and joy. Through education, advocacy, and personalized guidance, she aims to help people reclaim their lives, discover resilience, and thrive.

 

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