Your HEALTH May Hinge On This One Underrated Muscle with Rachel Davis

In this episode I sit down with Rachael Davis, RDH and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist from R.A.D. Myofunctional Therapy, to dig into how oral health and breathing patterns go far beyond the dentist’s chair. We explore everything from tongue positioning and low tongue tone, to how breastfeeding and diet shape early oral development, and even how emotional stress shows up in our faces, mouths and posture. Rachael shares powerful insights into daily practices you can use at home: why it matters where your tongue rests when you’re not swallowing, how nasal breathing can change your facial structure and airway over time, and how simple activities like singing or gentle body movement support deeper healing. Whether you’re working with open bite, mouth breathing, tongue thrust or post operative frenectomy care, you’ll come away with tools and understanding to support your own oral facial health journey. Connect with Rachel here: https://radmyofunctionaltherapy.com/ 00:00 Introduction to Craniosacral and Myofunctional Therapy 03:00 The Importance of Tongue Position and Function 06:06 Understanding Low Tongue Tone and Its Effects 08:59 The Connection Between Tongue Function and Digestion 11:55 Breastfeeding and Its Impact on Oral Development 14:54 The Role of Diet in Oral Health 17:48 Signs of Myofunctional Disorders in Children and Adults 20:45 Myofunctional Therapy Techniques and Exercises 23:55 The Role of Fascia in Myofunctional Therapy 26:51 Cultural Differences in Diet and Oral Health 38:54 Understanding Craniosacral Fascial Therapy 46:46 The Power of Touch and Emotional Release 54:46 Daily Routines for Holistic Health Join Sara and Les in Boone, NC in April 2026 The Great Unwind Retreat Check Out the New YouTube Channel Here 1:1 Sessions PERSONALIZED HYPNOTHERAPY, TRANSFORMATIONAL COACHING, OR MOVEMENT COACHING --------------------------------------------- Buy Sara's New Book Here! Please give a review and let the community know what you think! Thanks so much for all of your support! With gratitude, Les and Sara _________________________________________________________ Some of our Favorite Affiliates... Sweat it out with an Infrared Sauna from Sunlighten The Apollo Use Discount Code: MINDFUL Sleep Well on these Grounding Mats from Ultimate Longevity Our Sponsors: * Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MINDFUL for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy