Mouth breathing and its effect on tongue?
Written By: user Dr. Umesh Jonnala
Published On: 29 Nov, 2021 10:19 AM | Updated On: 05 Dec, 2025 10:30 PM

Mouth breathing and its effect on tongue?

Breathing through the mouth mostly leads to poor tongue posture. The anterior tongue posture can move teeth into abnormal positions and lead to facial growth problems. Tongue thrust can affect speech and chewing in children

Article Tags

respiratory-infection
user
Dr. Umesh Jonnala

Dr. Umesh Jonnala is a Pediatrician in KHAMMAM in Telangna.

 More FAQs by Dr. Umesh Jonnala
Is there any connection between nose breathing and facial development?

In this video, Dr Umesh Jonnala will highlight the importance of nasal breathing. It will also expla..

Is there a relation between mouth breathing and an elongated facial feature?

Proper nasal breathing can augment facial development. In this video, Dr Umesh Jonnala will explain ..

Is there any link between nose breathing and chewing in my baby?

In this video, Dr Umesh Jonnala will explain the relation of nasal breathing and chewing in babies. ..

Please login to comment on this article

Obesity and overweight ad
Related FAQs

How can we prevent a nose block?..
Are there any long-term effects of nasal congestio..
Tell us about mouth breathing and oral habits..
How are mouth breathing and nose breathing differe..
My daughter suffers from nasal allergies and has d..
What is the difference between nasal breathing and..
My 4-year old, often suffers from a runny nose and..
What can cause nasal allergies in children?..
What is the treatment of mouth breathing?..
Do asthma and sinusitis have a link?..
Logo

Medtalks is India's fastest growing Healthcare Learning and Patient Education Platform designed and developed to help doctors and other medical professionals to cater educational and training needs and to discover, discuss and learn the latest and best practices across 100+ medical specialties. Also find India Healthcare Latest Health News & Updates on the India Healthcare at Medtalks

Quick Links

Useful Links

Medbytes FAQ
About Us
Medtalks TV
Contact Us
Webinars
Privacy Policy
CMEs
Terms And Conditions
Conferences

Connect With Us