CMT CMT Interdisciplinary Collaboration 2

Question 1

What is the myofunctional therapist's role in the care of a patient using CPAP therapy for severe OSA?

Accepted Answer

Improve CPAP compliance by addressing mouth breathing and oral symptoms such as dry mouth

Answer

Myofunctional therapy can improve CPAP tolerance by training nasal breathing, reducing oral dryness from mouth breathing, and strengthening oropharyngeal tissues as a complementary therapy.

Question 2

A periodontist refers a patient with gingival recession on the lower anterior teeth. Which myofunctional habit may be contributing?

Accepted Answer

Low tongue posture with tongue pressing on lower front teeth

Answer

Low tongue resting posture with habitual pressure of the tongue against the lingual surface of the lower incisors can contribute to gingival recession and dental movement on the lower anterior teeth.

Question 3

An oral and maxillofacial surgeon recommends orthognathic surgery for a patient with severe skeletal open bite. What role does the myofunctional therapist play?

Accepted Answer

Provide pre-surgical myofunctional therapy and post-surgical rehabilitation to prevent relapse

Answer

Myofunctional therapists provide pre-surgical habit elimination and post-surgical rehabilitation to ensure the orofacial muscles support and maintain the new skeletal relationship after surgery.

Question 4

When collaborating with a pediatric dentist regarding thumb-sucking in a 4-year-old, what is the appropriate myofunctional guidance?

Accepted Answer

Monitor without intervention since most children stop spontaneously by age 4–6

Answer

Most children naturally discontinue thumb-sucking by age 4–6, and aggressive early intervention is usually not warranted unless the habit is particularly intense or causing notable dental change.

Question 5

What type of documentation is MOST important when providing interdisciplinary myofunctional therapy as part of a dental-medical team?

Accepted Answer

Detailed progress notes, baseline assessments, and outcome measures shared with collaborating providers

Answer

Comprehensive documentation including baseline orofacial assessment, exercise protocols, measurable progress, and outcome data is essential for effective interdisciplinary communication and continuity of care.

(CMT) Certified Myofunctional Therapist Practice Test

(CMT) Certified Myofunctional Therapist Practice Test

CMT CMT Interdisciplinary Collaboration 2