Mouth breathing (chronic)

Chronic mouth breathing is a pattern where one breathes through the mouth rather than the nose for extended periods, which can affect overall health and well-being.

Indexed studies indicate that chronic mouth breathing may contribute to oral dysfunction and malocclusion, as noted in research from 2019. Additionally, it has been linked to risks of obstructive sleep apnea and other respiratory issues, particularly under stressful conditions like wartime, according to a study conducted among Palestinian adults in the Gaza Strip.

This pattern connects strongly with conditions such as chronic periodontitis, where mouth breathing can influence treatment outcomes, and respiratory health, impacting overall lung function and possibly exacerbating conditions like COPD.

While these connections provide insights into the effects of chronic mouth breathing, more research is needed to fully understand its broader implications on health.

Sources

• Oral dysfunction as a cause of malocclusion. (PMID:31074141)
• Technical standards for respiratory oscillometry. (PMID:31772002)
• Effectiveness of 12-week inspiratory muscle training with manual therapy in patients with COPD: A randomized controlled study. (PMID:35332685)
• Effects of specific inspiratory muscle training combined with whole-body endurance training program on balance in COPD patients: Randomized controlled trial. (PMID:34555068)
• Screening for chronic mouth breathing, snoring, and obstructive sleep apnea risks among Palestinian adults in the Gaza Strip during wartime conditions: a cross-sectional study. (PMID:41983699)
• Influence of mouth breathing on outcome of scaling and root planing in chronic periodontitis. (PMID:30425839)

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