Mouth Breathing Causes and Long-Term Impacts
Mouth Breathing Causes and Long-Term Impacts Article by - Dr. Sushil Kumar MDS - Pediatric Dentist Breathing is a fundamental activity that all living beings perform at all times till they are alive. It comes naturally to us and we do not need to learn or practice it. And since it is an inherent part of our daily life, most of us don't pay attention to the way we breathe. You have two passages to your lungs. They are your mouth and nose. Most healthy individuals typically breathe in and out through their noses. When a person inhales the air through their nose, the nasal passage makes it moist and warm. This reduces irritation in the airway and keeps it healthy. However, instead of breathing through their nose, many people often inhale the air exclusively through their mouths. This is known as mouth breathing. Now, occasional mouth breathing during certain conditions, like when you have a cold or any other sickness, is not a reason for worry. However, if ...