Who I Am
Linda M. DeSalvio, RDH.
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist
Linda DeSalvio has been a practicing registered dental hygienist since 1984. She graduated with the highest honors from Pasadena City College Department of Dental Hygiene. Throughout her career as an RDH, Linda has found fulfillment in helping others achieve their goals. She has provided patient care in pediatrics, periodontal and general practice settings. From infancy to geriatrics, her experience spans all generations. Linda currently practices clinical dental hygiene three days a week, providing direct patient care. Her interest in helping patients achieve optimal health led her to pursue training in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy through AOMT by Joy Moeller BS RDH, a leader in the field of myofuntional therapy.
Linda is also a founding member of the AAMS, the Academy of Applied Myofunctional Sciences.
Credentials
My Therapy Services
- Habit Elimination
- Proper tongue position
- Jaw Stabilization
- Development of Chewing Muscles
- Postural Training
- Establish proper Chewing and Swallowing
- Muscle training during and after orthodontic treatment
- Encourage Nasal Breathing
- Train Lip Seal
- Oropharyngeal exercises for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Exercises for Jaw Pain and TMD
- Facial Aesthetics
- Facial Symmetry