Hi, I’m
Susana Sexauer
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Dynamic Myofunctional Therapist with a proven track record at Myofunctional Therapy of NM, specializing in diagnosing and treating OMDs linked to sleep disorders and TMJ dysfunction. Excelled in delivering personalized therapy plans and collaborating cross-functionally, ensuring positive patient outcomes. Skilled in diagnostic evaluation and fostering one-on-one patient relationships. Successfully managed and treated therapy patients ranging from 4yo to 75 yo.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Myofunctional Therapy of NM
Myofunctional Therapist
09.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Evaluated patients for OMD'S with symptoms of sleep disorders, TMJ dysfunction, chewing/swallowing issues, mouth breathing, tongue and lip ties, muscle dysfunctions.
- Used a functional approach to educate patients and family members regarding diagnosis, therapeutic treatments, treatment goals and life long benefits of myofunctional therapy.
- Managed clients with non-compliance or difficulty with CPAP machines, night guards, retainers, clear aligners, splints, myomunchees, myobrace systems, and expansion.
- Collaborated and treated over 15 patients in preparation for a functional frenuloplasty.
- Created custom therapy treatment plans for patient's with Bell's Palsy, trigeminal neuralgia, pseudoaneurysm restrictions, Chiari Malformation.
- Observed and recorded patients' responses to therapies and exercises to collaborate with other practitioners and recommend adjustments to treatment plans.
Education
Dona Ana Community College Las Cruces, NM
Associate of Applied Science from Dental Hygiene
University Overview
- Crimson Scholar (High GPA Award)
- Awarded Dental Hygiene student of the year
- Student of dental hygiene fundraiser organizer
- Studied abroad in Costa Rica
University of New MexicoAlbuquerque, NM
Bachelor of Science from Dental Hygiene
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Organic Chemistry, physics 1 and 2
- Pre-dental society member
Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy California
from Introduction To Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
University Overview
- Internship with Joy Moeller
- Breathing Re-Education
- OMT & Co-Morbidities Sleep/TMD/Posture
The Breathe Institute California
from MyoMasterminds
University Overview
The Breathe Course - Online (Nov, 2022)
MYO Masterminds - Class of 2023-2024
International Academy of Oral Medicine/Toxicology
from Biological Dental Hygiene
University Overview
Biological Dental Hygiene Accreditation
Skills
- One-on-one sessions through telehealth and in person
- Diagnostic evaluation
- Patient documentation
- Therapy delivery
- Multitasking
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Collaborate cross-functionally
- Positive patient experiences
Affiliations
- IAOMT
- AAPMD
- ADHA
Timeline
Myofunctional Therapist
Myofunctional Therapy of NM
09.2017 - Current
Dona Ana Community College
Associate of Applied Science from Dental Hygiene
University of New Mexico
Bachelor of Science from Dental Hygiene
Academy of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
from Introduction To Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
The Breathe Institute
from MyoMasterminds
International Academy of Oral Medicine/Toxicology
from Biological Dental Hygiene
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