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17/09/2026

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🚫 Paciente que abandona el tratamiento de ortodoncia está afectando gravemente su salud bucal.

06/09/2026

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04/09/2026

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A child's face is shaped by more than genetics. The way they breathe during growth can influence how the jaws, teeth, and airway develop over time.

Nasal breathing plays an important role in normal facial development. It helps support proper tongue posture, balanced jaw growth, and healthy airway function throughout childhood.

When mouth breathing becomes a long-term habit—often due to allergies, enlarged tonsils or adenoids, or chronic nasal obstruction—it may alter these growth patterns. Research has associated persistent mouth breathing with a narrower upper jaw, crowded teeth, increased overjet, a high-arched palate, and a longer, narrower facial appearance in some children.

One reason may be tongue position. During normal nasal breathing, the tongue naturally rests against the palate, helping support the developing upper jaw. With chronic mouth breathing, the tongue often sits lower in the mouth, reducing that support during critical growth years.

The effects may extend beyond facial development. Studies have linked chronic mouth breathing to poorer sleep quality, reduced oxygen efficiency, daytime fatigue, and difficulty concentrating.

Not every child who breathes through the mouth will develop these changes, and genetics remains a major factor in growth. However, persistent mouth breathing should never be considered normal.

Addressing the underlying cause early may help support healthier facial development, better sleep, improved airway function, and potentially reduce the need for more extensive orthodontic treatment later in life.

Healthy growth starts with healthy breathing.

📚 Source: American Journal of Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics (AJO-DO)

26/08/2026

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This Is What Long-Term Pacifier Use Can Do to a Child's Teeth.

Pacifiers can help soothe infants, but long-term use may affect the normal growth and development of the jaws and teeth. Constant sucking pressure over time can contribute to problems such as an anterior open bite, increased overjet, crossbite, and tooth misalignment.

The longer and more frequently a child uses a pacifier, the greater the risk of developing these changes. In many cases, stopping the habit early allows the teeth and jaws to return toward more normal development. However, continued use beyond the preschool years may increase the likelihood of needing orthodontic treatment later.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends gradually discontinuing pacifier use as children grow, particularly beyond age 3.

Small habits during childhood can have a lasting impact on the development of a healthy smile.

26/08/2026

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25/08/2026

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22/08/2026

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Braces can transform a smile, but poor oral hygiene can leave permanent marks behind.

Brackets and wires create additional surfaces where plaque can accumulate and become difficult to remove. When oral hygiene is inadequate, bacteria in plaque produce acids that pull minerals out of the enamel. The result is often the chalky white areas seen in this image, known as white spot lesions.

White spot lesions are early signs of enamel demineralization. They can develop surprisingly quickly during orthodontic treatment and may remain visible long after braces are removed. If the demineralization progresses further, cavities can develop.

Studies have consistently shown that orthodontic patients are at increased risk of plaque accumulation and enamel demineralization, making oral hygiene one of the most important factors influencing treatment outcomes.

Brushing carefully around brackets, cleaning between teeth daily, using fluoride products when recommended, and attending regular dental visits can significantly reduce this risk.

A successful orthodontic treatment is not just about straight teeth.

It's about finishing treatment with healthy enamel too.

09/08/2026

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