Pediatric Dental Blogs in Marietta GA
Myofunctional Therapy for Children: How It Supports Breathing, Sleep, and Oral Development
Myofunctional Therapy for Children: How It Supports Breathing, Sleep, and Oral DevelopmentIf your child snores at night, breathes through an open mouth, or struggles through slow, messy meals, the muscles of the mouth and face may be part of the story. Myofunctional...
Signs Your Child May Have Sleep-Disordered Breathing
Signs Your Child May Have Sleep-Disordered BreathingIf your child snores most nights, breathes through an open mouth, or wakes up groggy no matter how early bedtime was, those can be early signs of sleep-disordered breathing in children. At Chattahoochee Pediatric...
Mouth Breathing in Children: Causes, Risks, and When to Get Help
How Are Teeth, Jaw Growth, and Sleep Connected in Children?If your child regularly breathes through their mouth instead of their nose, it is worth paying attention to. At Chattahoochee Pediatric Smiles and Airway in Marietta, GA, we meet many families who are...
How Are Teeth, Jaw Growth, and Sleep Connected in Children?
How Are Teeth, Jaw Growth, and Sleep Connected in Children?Teeth, jaw growth, and sleep are connected because a child’s mouth, jaws, tongue, nose, and airway develop together. When the jaws and dental arches have enough room to grow, the tongue can rest more...