Pediatric Airways Focused Myofunctional Orthodontics
LIMITED TO 60 SEATS • BUCHAREST, ROMANIA
Before They Become Lifelong Problems
4 days (lectures and hands-on practice) with Dr. German Ramirez - the leading expert in myofunctional orthodontics for children + Myofunctional Day with Fabiola Nossa
📅 Feb 10-14, 2027
Early Bird: 10% off until October 31, 2026
5 Days
Intensive Training
Hands-On
Clinical Practice
Only 60
Seats Available
Learn to treat malocclusions and sleep and breathing disorders at an early age
Dr. German O. Ramirez-Yanez
Early intervention is key to treating sleep and breathing disorders, as well as malocclusions (incorrect bite), in children and young people.
You will learn the key methodologies and approaches for identifying and addressing these issues from an early age, which is crucial for long-term facial, dental, and overall health development.
Myofunctional Day
Fabiola Nossa
Orofacial function plays an important role in breathing, tongue posture, swallowing, chewing, and overall oral function.
Participants will learn how to perform a functional evaluation, recognize key deficiencies, select appropriate exercises, and develop individualized protocols based on each patient’s clinical findings, age, abilities, and cooperation.
Examples of cases treated by Dr. German Ramirez
Learn to treat similar cases
Posterior unilateral crossbites
Corrected with the Planas’ Direct Tracks (PDTs) in primary and mixed dentition. It is a non-invasive technique that requires minimal patient compliance.
Anterior crossbites
Corrected with the Planas’ Direct Tracks (PDTs) in primary and mixed dentition. It stimulates maxillary development, making the results of the treatment stable.
Deep bites
Mandibular advancement can be achieved with the PDTs in primary and mixed dentition. It stimulates mandibular development, making the results of the treatment stable.
Who is this course for?
Pediatric Dentists
looking to integrate airway-focused diagnosis and functional treatment into daily practice.
Orthodontists
who want to treat developing malocclusions using growth-guided, minimally invasive approaches.
General Dentists
who see children and want to confidently identify and manage early orthodontic and airway problems.
Dentists interested in Airway Dentistry
who want a practical framework for managing breathing disorders and craniofacial development.
Clinicians new to functional orthodontics
seeking a structured, hands-on introduction to PDTs, ALF, Myobrace, Munchee, and Orofacial Myology.
Experienced practitioners
who want to expand their treatment options with evidence-based functional and airway-focused protocols.
Testimonials
What past participants say
Meet your trainers
Dr. German O. Ramirez-Yanez
DDS, MDSc, MS, PhD, FRCD(C)
Dr. Ramirez is a dentist from Colombia. He is a certified Paediatric Dentist in Canada. He trained in Orthodontics and received a Master’s degree in Dental Sciences and a PhD in Oral Biology, both in Australia. He also holds a Master’s degree focused on Craniofacial Pain and Sleep Apnoea from Tufts University.
Dr. Ramirez is the author of the book “Early Treatment of Malocclusions: Prevention and Interception in Primary Dentition”, as well as co-author of the book “Guiding Craniofacial Growth and Development with The Myobrace System.” His research focuses on craniofacial growth and development, the pathophysiology of functional disorders of the cranio-cervico-mandibular system, and how craniofacial structures are modified by functional appliances.
Fabiola Nossa
MLT. Cert. sp. om. OMCC
Fabiola has been a health professional for more than 25 years. Since 2012, she has been passionate about Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy. She has trained with Joy Moeller and Sandra Coulson in the USA. She has also trained with Esther Gokhale in body posture improvement and with Patrick McKeown in the Buteyko breathing method.
More recently, she became a Certified Specialist in Orofacial Myology through the Graduate School of Behavioral Health Sciences in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Fabiola has developed a system for integrating Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy into the dental clinic, guiding craniofacial growth and development in children and correcting oral dysfunctions.
20+ years
clinical & research experience
2 books
published textbooks
Global
educators & speakers
Costs & pricing
Invest in Your Skills and Master Your Knowledge
Your expertise is your best investment. Learn directly from trained specialists.
Early Bird ends October 31, 2026
Save 10% when you register before the deadline
10% off for: Early Bird (before October 31) • AOMFT Members
Myofunctional Day with Fabiola Nossa
February 12, 2027
€600*
*Payment is made at the NBR’s leu-euro exchange rate on the day of payment.
- ✓ 1-day course led by specialist Fabiola Nossa
- ✓ Course materials & certificate
This course can be purchased separately by professionals interested in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (such as speech therapists, physical therapists, ENT specialists, dentists, osteopaths, and pediatricians).
Full course (4 days with Dr. Ramirez + Myofunctional Day with Fabiola Nossa)
February 10-14, 2027. The course will only take place with a minimum of 25 participants.
~~€5,000~~
€4,500*
with early bird.
*Payment is made at the NBR’s leu-euro exchange rate on the day of payment.
- ✓ 5 days complete curriculum
- ✓ All materials & certificate
- ✓ Priority hands-on access
🛡️ Full refund if cancelled 30+ days before
✓ Secure payment via Netopia
💬 Questions? contact@iomft.ro or call +40 759 065 065.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Master Your Skills. Start Treating Pediatric Airway Patients With Confidence
Diagnostic Confidence
Identify airway and sleep-disordered breathing signs in children with a clear clinical protocol.
Hands-On Appliance Skills
Design, fit, and adjust functional appliances for early interceptive treatment of malocclusion.
Evidence-Based Protocols
Apply research-backed treatment plans grounded in two decades of clinical and academic study.
Myofunctional Therapy Integration
Combine orthodontic mechanics with orofacial myology for stable, long-term outcomes.
Case Acceptance Mastery
Communicate treatment value to parents with confidence and increase your case acceptance rates.
Peer Network Access
Join an exclusive alumni community for ongoing mentorship, case discussions, and referrals.
Detailed program
Full Course
Objectives
- To envision craniofacial growth and development as a lifelong process.
- To recognize the association of craniofacial structural and functional disturbances with sleep and breathing disorders.
- To comprehend the differences between Obstructive Sleep Disordered Breathing (OSDB) and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
- To recognize the structural and functional problems in your patients in order to make a complete diagnosis.
- To learn how to treat a developing malocclusion in primary and mixed dentition with the Planas’ Direct Tracks (PDTs).
- To understand the modus operandi of the Arch-wire-Light-Force (ALF) appliance.
Course content
- Insights into craniofacial growth and development
- Structural and functional problems of the cranio-mandibular system associated with the airway.
- Obstructive Sleep Disordered Breathing (OSDB): The pathway to Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
- Improving the airway by correcting craniofacial disturbances with myofunctional orthodontics.
- Unilateral posterior crossbite: Selective grinding and Planas’ Direct Tracks (PDTs) to correct it at an early age.
- Anterior crossbite: Selective grinding and Planas’ Direct Tracks (PDTs) to correct it in either the primary or the mixed dentition.
- Distocclusion associated with deep bite: Improving the maxillo-mandibular and vertical relationships with the Planas’ Direct Tracks.
- Tongue dynamics and anatomy: Working with 18 muscles! Why is the tongue the best palatal expander?
- The Arch-wire-Light-Force (ALF) appliance: A slow-developing system.
- When and how to measure on the lateral cephalogram: recognizing a Bi-Maxillary retrusion!
- Identifying a Hypo- versus a Hyper-Divergent patient with cephalometry.
- The Myofunctional appliances: Understanding their modus operandi and how to choose them. Cases treated with them.
- PDTs, Myofunctional appliances, and the ALF appliance: Three systems working together to produce better results and give a better airway to your patient.
- Analyzing clinical cases in SIX dimensions
- Restrictive tongue and lip frenum: When to intervene and when not to!
- When to include Maxillary and Mandibular Expanders in your treatment plan
- How to combine the GR Maxillary Expander with other techniques in your practice.
- SN3 with the Equiplan for the anterior crossbite.
Hands-on section
- Building Planas’ Direct Tracks for Unilateral Posterior Crossbite
- Building Planas’ Direct Tracks for Anterior Crossbite
- Building Planas’ Direct Tracks for Deep Bite
- How to deliver and activate the ALF appliance
Myofunctional Day
- Structured orofacial myofunctional evaluation
- Assessment of breathing, tongue posture, lip competence, swallowing, chewing, and jaw function
- Identification of key functional deficiencies and treatment priorities
- Breathing exercises: principles, selection, and progression
- Tongue strengthening, mobility, coordination, and functional control
- Lip strengthening, lengthening, competence, and control
- Functional management of lingual frenum limitations
- Post-frenectomy stretches and rehabilitation exercises
- Swallowing exercises and coordination training
- Chewing exercises and functional pattern development
- Exercises for patients who snore
- Jaw mobility and coordination exercises
- How to select exercises according to clinical findings
- How to build individualized exercise protocols
- Exercise sequencing, progression, and follow-up strategies
- Patient instruction, home exercises, and compliance monitoring
- Integrating myofunctional principles into dental and orthodontic treatment
- Clinical demonstrations, hands-on practice, and case-based learning
FROM PAST PARTICIPANTS
Trusted by Orthodontists Worldwide
★★★★★
Dr. Ramirez’s course completely transformed my approach to pediatric orthodontics. The hands-on sessions were invaluable - I was able to apply the techniques with my patients the very next week.
Dr. Richard Mansour
★★★★★
The integration of airway-focused treatment with myofunctional orthodontics opened up a whole new dimension in my clinical practice.
Dr. Nelly Soliman-Wahba
★★★★★
The depth of knowledge and practical skills gained from this course are unmatched. Complex concepts made accessible and immediately applicable.
Dr. Ted Henike
Only 60 Spots Available. Don’t Wait Until They’re Gone
Join professionals from across Europe in learning the most effective early intervention techniques for pediatric airway and malocclusion treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What language is the course in?
All lectures, materials, and hands-on instructions are conducted in English.
What’s the cancellation policy?
Full refund if you cancel more than 30 days before. 50% refund if you cancel 15-30 days before. No refund if cancelled less than 15 days prior to the event. A 4% admin fee applies to all cancellations.
When and where is it held?
Both courses will be held in Bucharest, Romania. The full course with Dr. Ramirez will be held on February 10, 11, 13 and 14, 2027. The Myofunctional Day with Fabiola Nossa will be held on February 12, 2027.
Who is Myofunctional Day for?
This course is ideal for professionals interested in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, such as speech therapists, physical therapists, ENT specialists, dentists, osteopaths, and pediatricians.
What is the payment currency?
Payment is made in Romanian lei, the local currency, at the National Bank of Romania’s (NBR) leu-euro exchange rate on the day of payment.
Is Myofunctional Day included in the full course?
Yes. The Myofunctional Day, led by specialist Fabiola Nossa, is included in the full course. It can also be purchased separately by professionals interested in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy.
The full course includes 5 days: 4 days (lectures and hands-on practice) with Dr. German Ramirez, the leading expert in myofunctional orthodontics for children, and the Myofunctional Day with Fabiola Nossa.
Get in touch with us:
(+40) 759 065 065
contact@iomft.ro
Rezervă-ți locul la curs
Locurile sunt limitate la 60. Creează-ți un cont de specialist sau sună la 0759 065 065 pentru detalii.
Fă parte
din rețeaua IOMFT
La IOMFT, nu concurăm. Colaborăm. Sub umbrela IOMFT se reunesc:
De ce să fii parte din IOMFT?
- Pentru că aici înveți să vezi dincolo de specialitate - să înțelegi conexiunea dintre respirație, postură, masticație, somn și dezvoltare cranio-facială.
- Pentru că ai ocazia să colaborezi cu profesioniști din ortodonție, logopedie, pediatrie, ORL, osteopatie, nutriție, psihologie și educație.
- Pentru că IOMFT înseamnă acțiune timpurie, nu reacție întârziată - un pas înainte față de medicina simptomului.
- Pentru că aici formarea nu înseamnă doar cursuri, ci o schimbare de perspectivă.
Discipline
- 01Ortodonție interceptivă și ortopedie facială
- 02Articulația temporo-mandibulară
- 03Terapie miofuncțională orofacială
- 04Logopedie
- 05Masaj oro-facial
- 06Kinetoterapie și ortopostural
- 07Apnee în somn
- 08Reflexe primare
Șapte dintre ele vor fi disponibile după înregistrarea ta ca specialist.
Curs de bază - Terapia orofacială miofuncțională
Lectori: Dr. Ilia Jipa · Anne Marie Sterian · Iulia Alexandra Tașcău
01Introducere în terapia miofuncțională
- definiții, principii de bază
- rolul terapiei în practica interdisciplinară
- ce poate și ce nu poate rezolva terapia miofuncțională
02Semne și screening miofuncțional
- semne clinice frecvente
- la ce trebuie să fie atent clinicianul
- analiza fotografiilor și a videoclipurilor
- exercițiu de identificare a semnelor clinice
03Evaluare și diagnostic miofuncțional
- structura evaluării miofuncționale
- observația clinică pas cu pas și fișa de evaluare
- teste funcționale utile
- protocol foto pentru diagnostic
04Evaluare și abordare terapeutică pe grupe de vârstă
- 0-3 ani - semne precoce și intervenție timpurie
- 3-6 ani - obiceiuri orale și dezvoltare funcțională
- 6-12 ani - respirație orală, înghițire atipică, ortodonție
- adolescenți și adulți - disfuncții persistente și recidive
05Exerciții miofuncționale și integrarea dispozitivelor miofuncționale în planul terapeutic
- exerciții pe disfuncții
- exerciții adaptate pe grupe de vârstă
06Masaj orofacial
- indicații
- tehnici de bază
07Monitorizare și follow-up
- evaluarea progresului
- adaptarea terapiei
Obiectivele cursului
- Identificarea tulburărilor miofuncționale;
- Aplicarea unui protocol corect de evaluare și diagnostic;
- Implementarea unor strategii eficiente de intervenție;
- Utilizarea dispozitivelor miofuncționale adecvate.
Pediatric Airways Focused Myofunctional Orthodontics
Dr. Ramirez este autorul cărții „Early Treatment of Malocclusions: Prevention and Interception in Primary Dentition” și coautor al cărții „Guiding Craniofacial Growth and Development with The Myobrace System”.
Fabiola a dezvoltat un sistem de integrare a terapiei orofaciale miofuncționale în clinica stomatologică: ghidarea creșterii și dezvoltării cranio-faciale la copii și corectarea disfuncțiilor orale.
- Să privești creșterea și dezvoltarea cranio-facială ca pe un proces de-a lungul întregii vieți.
- Să recunoști problemele structurale și funcționale ale pacienților, pentru un diagnostic complet.
- Să tratezi o malocluzie în formare, în dentiția temporară și mixtă, cu Planas Direct Tracks (PDT).
- Să înțelegi modul de funcționare al aparatului ALF (Arch-wire Light-Force).
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