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Mouth Breathing
Hi Can we reverse the damage on the face shape occured due to mouth Breathing.
And what is the duration of treatment of Mouth Breathing.
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You need to get assessed to look for reason of mouth breathing; like adenoids or deviated nasal septum or nasal polyps, etc.
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Get a nasal endoscopy done
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Need to identify cause of mouth breathing,
If any maxillofacial asymmetry is there then better consult once maxillofacial or dental surgeon
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You need to have investigations to diagnose the cause of mouth breathing. Adult patients cant reverse the face shape change caused by mouth breathing
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The cause of mouth breathing has to be first evaluated
If its a child , the facial structure can change to normal after the insulting factor is removed .
Depending upon the cause, duration of treatment varies
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Ct nose and pns you can take to Know the condition of the nose and sinuses. Avoid cold food, weight management will help
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consultation needed
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Dr. Jaimini Thakkar
ENT/ Otorhinolaryngologist
6 yrs exp
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First need to know cause of mouth breathing..we can decide about treatment afterwards
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