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Can chronic mouth breathing alter teens’ facial growth?
short by / on Friday, 16 January, 2026
Chronic mouth breathing in teens, often caused by allergies, colds, or enlarged adenoids, can alter facial growth, jaw alignment, and sleep quality. Dr Raghavendra BR, dental surgeon warns that early intervention with ENT evaluation, braces, myofunctional therapy, and lifestyle changes can restore healthy breathing, prevent orthodontic issues, and support proper facial development.
read more at Medical Dialogues