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Recommended Articles
Assessment, Prevention, and Treatment of Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders
Paskay, L., OMD
This foundational work outlines the clinical framework for identifying, evaluating, and treating orofacial myofunctional disorders across the lifespan.
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Short Lingual Frenulum and Obstructive Sleep Apnea in Children
Huang Y., Quo S., Berkowski J.A., Guilleminault C. — International Journal of Pediatric Research, 2015
This study explores the relationship between a restricted lingual frenulum (tongue-tie) and pediatric obstructive sleep apnea, underscoring the importance of oral structure and function.
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Myofunctional Therapy to Treat Obstructive Sleep Apnea: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
Camacho M., Certal V., et al. — Sleep, 2014
A systematic review and meta-analysis evaluating the effectiveness of myofunctional therapy in reducing symptoms and severity of obstructive sleep apnea.
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Oropharyngeal Exercises to Reduce Symptoms of Obstructive Sleep Apnea After Adenotonsillectomy
Villa M., Brasili L., et al. — Sleep and Breathing, 2014
This study investigates the use of oropharyngeal exercises following adenotonsillectomy and their role in improving residual symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea.
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Relapse of Anterior Open Bites Treated With Orthodontic Appliances With and Without Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Smithpeter J., Covell D. Jr. — American Journal of Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, 2010
This study examines long-term stability of orthodontic treatment and highlights the role of orofacial myofunctional therapy in reducing relapse of anterior open bites.
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Towards Restoration of Continuous Nasal Breathing as the Ultimate Treatment Goal in Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Guilleminault C., Sullivan S.S. — Enliven: Pediatrics and Neonatal Biology, 2014
This paper emphasizes nasal breathing as a key therapeutic goal in pediatric obstructive sleep apnea and discusses functional contributors to airway health.
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