How does mouth breathing during sleep contribute to the development of an open bite in pediatric patients?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18605034
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Abstract

Mouth breathing is a contributing factor to the development of open bite in children, primarily through its influence on muscle dynamics and facial growth patterns.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics Obstructive Sleep Apnea Research Cleft Lip and Palate Research

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
11 February 2026
Language
EN