Chronic Mouth Breathing: Pathophysiology, Structural Consequences, and Clinical Interventions
1. Introduction to Chronic Mouth Breathing Chronic mouth breathing is a pervasive clinical condition where an individual primarily utilizes the oral cavity for respiration rather than the physiologically optimal nasal airway. While occasional mouth breathing is a normal compensatory mechanism during vigorous physical exertion or acute upper respiratory infections, obligate mouth breathing at rest indicates … Read more