Prevalence of Upper Airway Resistance Syndrome in Children with Orofacial Malocclusion in Bengaluru Urban District: An Observational Study.
Researchers compared 50 children aged 8–14 years with and without malocclusion, finding upper airway resistance syndrome was significantly more prevalent in those with malocclusion, particularly Class II malocclusion combined with constricted maxillary arches and retrognathic mandibles.
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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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