Nasal function plays a critical role in breathing, craniofacial development, and neuromuscular balance. When nasal resistance or restriction occurs, it can influence facial structure, airway dynamics, and overall patient health.
This two-day educational experience explores the relationship between nasal resistance, craniofacial development, and sleep-related breathing disorders while providing hands-on training in the Nasal Release Technique. Participants will learn to evaluate structural patterns, understand underlying physiology, and apply practical techniques that support improved airway function and patient outcomes.
This hands-on program provides practical training and clinical insight to help you confidently evaluate and perform the Nasal Release Technique in a clinical setting.
Program Highlights
Gain practical knowledge and hands-on exposure to techniques that support nasal function, breathing, and craniofacial balance.
Develop a deeper understanding of nasal anatomy, craniofacial relationships, and functional breathing patterns while gaining practical techniques that enhance patient care.
Learn how nasal resistance and craniofacial dynamics influence breathing, development, and patient comfort, allowing for more comprehensive clinical evaluations.
Practice the Nasal Release Technique in a guided learning environment with experienced instructors providing real-time feedback and instruction.
Incorporate new evaluation strategies and clinical techniques that support improved breathing function and overall craniofacial health.
Join us for this hands-on educational experience and gain the knowledge and practical training needed to confidently incorporate the Nasal Release Technique into your clinical practice. Enhance your skills in nasal anatomy, craniofacial function, and airway assessment while learning techniques that can improve patient breathing, alignment, and overall well-being.
Enroll today to secure your spot—space is limited!
The Vivos Institute® is an Accredited Provider for Continuing Dental Education.
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Laura Walls, MS, CCC-SLP
Speech Therapist
Executive Director & Owner, Innovative Therapy 4 Kids
Dr. Laura Walls obtained her undergraduate degree in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of California, Santa Barbara, in May 1991 and her graduate degree in Speech Pathology & Audiology from California State University, Hayward, in June 1993. She was selected to participate in a prestigious one-year fellowship at the VA in San Francisco following graduate school, with an emphasis on adult Modified Barium Swallow studies, NG tube wean teams, Blom-Singer fittings, and training for post-laryngectomy patients, while gaining experience in a wide array of medical procedures and diagnoses. She is a current ASHA member and holds a California State Speech & Language Pathology license.
Dr. Walls has spent over 25 years working in pediatrics. Her NICU training and participation on a Development Assessment Team, focusing on implementing a multidisciplinary approach for high-risk infants and children, provide her with the skills and understanding necessary to develop the foundational support essential for the success of the whole child. She specializes in Pediatric Feeding, Apraxia, Autism, Cognitive Training, and general Speech and Language disorders. She is also a guest lecturer at Mira Costa College for Advanced Child Development.
Over the past 15 years, Dr. Walls has had the opportunity to specialize in how the whole body contributes to dental crowding, TMD, and sleep apnea. The success and popularity of her programs led to the development of the MyMouthworks® Program and the patented Oral Placement Appliance (OPA®). She leads a team of therapists who help patients and dentists improve case outcomes and retention. Dr. Walls has lectured with dentists on the iatrogenic effects of dentistry and how myofunctional habits impact airway and dental retention, among other topics. Innovative Oral Solutions launched the MMW Platform at the California Dental Association in May 2022, which was awarded DPR Top 10 Editors’ Choice Product of the Year 2022.
Dr. Walls was the first Speech Language Pathologist in the United States trained in the Nasal Release Technique. She is also a certified practitioner in Electro~Equiscope, a state-of-the-art microcurrent device used to address issues related to pain, learning disabilities, and overall well-being.
Cynthia Stein, PT, M.Ed.
Physical Therapist, Squirrel Hill Physical Therapy
Cynthia is a distinguished physical therapist and educator with an impressive academic background. She obtained her BS in Physical Therapy from the prestigious University of Pittsburgh and later completed her Masters in Exercise Physiology from Temple University.
Throughout her career, Cynthia has held various leadership positions, including serving as a staff physical therapist at the Annapolis Naval Hospital and Chief Physical Therapist at the Philadelphia Naval Hospital.
Before practicing privately in Annapolis, Cynthia was the owner and operator of Squirrel Hill Physical Therapy in Pittsburgh, PA, where she helped countless patients achieve their physical goals.
Her expertise in osteopathic techniques, Myofascial Release, Lymphatic Drainage, Nasal Release Technique, and PEMF is extensive, and she is highly regarded in the medical community for her knowledge and experience.
In addition to seeing patients, Cynthia is also dedicated to teaching continuing education for healthcare practitioners across the globe.
