Vishnusripriya J¹*, Nanditha Chandran², Netha Farook³ and Nandana O³

¹Senior Lecturer, Department of Periodontics, Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital, India
²Reader, Department of Periodontics, Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital, India
³Third Year BDS Student, Department of Periodontics, Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital, India

*Corresponding Author: Vishnusripriya J, Senior Lecturer, Department of Periodontics, Mahe Institute of Dental Sciences and Hospital, India

Received: October 15, 2025; Published: October 30, 2025

Abstract

Oral habits are repetitive behaviours learned over time that involve the mouth and can influence the dental occlusion as well as adjacent oral structures. Human beings are typically regarded as nose breathers; however, mouth breathing referred to as chronic oral ventilation, is the prolonged practice of inhaling and exhaling through the mouth rather than nose. This can lead to various consequences including dental disorders, changes in craniofacial development, sleeping issues and airway problems.

Keywords: Gummy Smile; Digital Dentistry; Surgical Guide; Crown Lengthening; Esthetic Dentistry

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Citation

Citation: Vishnusripriya J., et al. “Oral and Periodontal Sequel of Mouth Breathing". Acta Scientific Dental Sciences 9.11 (2025): 85-90.

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