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Effects of mouth breathing on orofacial muscles of children & adolescents

BreathingBy Dr. Shubhra Jain January 19, 2022

Effects of mouth breathing on orofacial muscles of children & adolescents In order to breathe through mouth, lips and mouth need to be kept open leading to alteration in the orofacial muscle activities. Normally, there is a balance of muscle forces from inside (tongue) and outside (lips and cheeks). Mouth breathing habit alters this balance…

What is Diaphragm?

BreathingBy Dr. Shubhra Jain January 13, 2022

What is Diaphragm? Diaphragm is a dome shaped muscle between the chest (thoracic) and stomach (abdominal) spaces. It is the main muscle involved in breathing-in. Diaphragm forms “Network of Breathing”. The functions it performs are Breathing function- Main muscle for breathing-in Posture control- By stabilizing lumbar spine Vascular and lymphatic system drainage Role in swallowing…