The Orofacial Myofunctional Specialist (OMS)™ designation identifies a clinician who has completed an advanced educational pathway in orofacial myofunctional therapy and has demonstrated competency through formal assessment administered by the Airway Circle Board of Examiners.
OMS™ certification reflects completion of structured coursework, guided mentorship, and evaluation of clinical understanding related to airway-centered, function-based care. The designation serves as an independent measure of advanced preparation within the clinician’s existing professional scope of practice.
WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO BE AN
Orofacial Myofunctional Specialist (OMS)™?
The OMS™ designation indicates that a clinician has met established educational and evaluative standards that exceed entry-level training in orofacial myofunctional therapy.
While certification is not a licensure requirement, OMS™ status reflects a structured and validated process designed to assess clinical comprehension, application of theory, and responsible practice within one’s licensed discipline.
Certification Standard
The OMS™️ credential is structured as an advanced certification requiring completion of comprehensive education and demonstrated clinical competency.
Candidates must complete our flagship courses, Foundations of Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy and Myo Circle, totaling over 100 hours of instruction. Competency is assessed throughout both programs through quiz questions, case-based analysis, and applied assignments.
Certification is not granted upon course completion alone. Candidates must complete all required coursework and proceed through application and clinical evaluation.
Coursework and Assessment Requirements
| Requirement | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Literature Reviews | 6 |
| Quiz Questions | 289 |
| Case-Based Evaluations | 8 |
| Orofacial Myofunctional Full Evaluation | 1 |
| Live Case Presentation | 1 |
| Comprehensive Treatment Plans | 2 |
Additional applied assignments include:
All coursework is completed during the educational programs and is required prior to certification application.
The program includes:
- 12 weeks of structured instruction
- Over 60 hours of course material
- 4 additional monthly clinical integration meetings
- 12 months of guided mentorship
Competency is assessed throughout the program and includes:
- 139 quiz-based assessment questions
- Three (3) case-based evaluations
- Required applied coursework
Core assignments include:
- Three (3) Literature-based Analysis
- Patient photo documentation
- Full orofacial myofunctional evaluation
- Clinical recommendations development
- Comprehensive treatment planning
- Sleep tracking and analysis
- Patient flow chart development
These assignments are designed to evaluate clinical understanding, documentation accuracy, and the ability to translate theory into structured patient care.
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The program includes:
- 16 weeks of structured instruction
- Over 40 hours of advanced course material
Competency is assessed through:
- 150 quiz-based assessment questions
- Five (5) advanced case studies
- Required applied coursework
Core assignments include:
- Three (3) Literature Reviews
- One (1) Comprehensive Live Case Presentation
- Comprehensive Treatment Plan Development
Course material examines the physiological, neurological, and functional basis of therapeutic intervention, with emphasis on clinical reasoning, adaptation across patient populations, and justification of treatment decisions.
All assignments are evaluated for clinical accuracy, reasoning, and application—not completion alone.
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Application and Clinical Evaluation
- Submission of application
- Verification of completed coursework
- Review of clinical readiness
- One (1) Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy Assessment
- One (1) Therapy Session
- One (1) Post-Operative Frenectomy Care Session
- Clinical reasoning
- Patient communication
- Accuracy of evaluation and documentation
- Treatment planning and progression
- Application of myofunctional therapy principles
Maintenance of OMS™ Certification
Active Membership
Maintain an active Airway Circle Professional Membership
Continuing Education
Complete 12 hours of continuing education annually
Professional Use of the OMS™ Designation
The OMS™ designation signifies completion of an advanced educational and evaluative process. It does not confer licensure or expand scope of practice.
Airway Circle Board of Examiners
The Airway Circle Board of Examiners oversees certification standards, application review, and clinical evaluation.
Susana Falardo
Doctor of Dental Medicine with advanced training in pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, myofunctional therapy, and dental sleep medicine. She holds a European PhD from Universidad Complutense de Madrid and has completed postgraduate education across Europe and the United States, including the AADSM Mastery Program in Chicago.
Dr. Falardo is President of the European Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine (EADSM) and serves as President of the Scientific Committee for the AADSM. She is a European Board Diplomate and an International Certificant of the ABDSM. In addition to her clinical and leadership roles, she is a coordinator, invited assistant professor, and researcher at the Universidade Católica Portuguesa, where she contributes to advancing education and research in sleep medicine.
Prof. Gislaine Folha
Speech-Language Pathologist and Professor at the University of São Paulo (Ribeirão Preto Medical School, Brazil), Dr. Folha is the Director of the Department of Orofacial Motricity at the Brazilian Society of Speech-Language Pathology (SBFa). Her clinical and research work focuses on Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders, especially in adults with Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
Her expertise includes clinical assessment, validation of myofunctional protocols, and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, integrating functional, anatomical, and sleep-related outcomes. She is actively engaged in teaching, research, and international collaboration.
Disclaimer
The OMS™ designation does not constitute licensure or authorization to practice outside one’s professional scope. All clinicians remain responsible for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
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