Comparative Assessment of Orofacial Myofunction, Strength, and Quality of Life in Children With and Without Anterior Open Bite: The OMBIT Study.
Researchers compared orofacial muscle function, strength and quality of life between children with and without anterior open bite in mixed dentition. Children with anterior open bite showed higher tongue endurance but similar strength profiles and quality-of-life scores compared to controls, suggesting strength deficits may not be a primary feature of this condition.
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Oral Health Management for PEG Fed Children
Oral health care for children fed entirely by PEG tube — a practical guide for Australian oral health therapists.
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