The sunset on the wall is one of Dr. Sandquist’s own landscape photographs. See more of his work →
Facial tension and jaw problems don’t always show up on an X-ray. The muscles doing the work every time you chew, swallow, clench, or hold stress in your jaw are just as much a part of your oral health as your teeth – and sometimes they’re the actual challenge that needs solving, not the teeth themselves.
What Buccal Massage Does
Buccal massage works directly on the facial muscles – inside and around the cheek – to release tension that builds up in the muscles you rely on every day. For patients dealing with facial tension or TMJ symptoms, that release can make a real difference, often alongside other treatment rather than replacing it.
Myofunctional Therapy, In the Zen Room
The Zen Room is also where Dr. Lee-Mirzayan does myofunctional therapy – working with the habits, like tongue thrust or mouth breathing, that can throw off your bite and jaw function over time. Read more about myofunctional therapy →
Not every patient needs the Zen Room, but every patient has access to it. It’s part of how we treat the whole picture – not just the teeth, but the muscles and habits behind them.
Is This Part of Your Plan?
Whether buccal massage or myofunctional therapy makes sense for you depends on what’s actually going on – which is exactly what a real exam is for. Tell us what’s going on and we’ll help you figure out if it’s the right fit.