Breathe Sleep And Grow Better
At our clinic for Airway and Facial Development, our specialized team of professionals focus on identifying, diagnosing and treating the root cause of airway, breathing and sleep problems — by intervening as early as possible.
From an early age babies can get into the habits of mouth breathing
Optimal & Healthy Nighttime Sleep Breathing
- Quiet breathing :should not be audible or noisy
- Exclusive nasal breathing (No Mouth Breathing
- Lips closed with the toungue suctioned to the hard palate
At Breathe Alive, we understand that each child has unique needs. Our Special Kids section is designed to guide you through the developmental stages, offering tailored interventions and support. From infancy through adolescence and even adulthood, we’re here to help with tools and resources focused on sleep, breathing, and overall wellness.
9
MOST COMMON
SYMTOMS OF
SLEEP APNEA
Noisy breathing or loud snoring during sleep may be a symptom of apnea, although snoring can also occur in healthy children.
It can affect bladder control and produce hormonal imbalances that induce nighttime urine production.
These episodes involve screaming,
flailing, and intense fear that occurs
while children are still asleep.
Grinding or clenching the teeth at night is referred to as bruxism and can lead to sore jaw muscles, sensitive teeth, and increased tooth decay.
Periods of normal breathing with subsequent pauses or breath-holding can be a sign of sleep apnea.
If air entry through the nose is blocked due to enlarged tonsils or adenoids, children may breathe only through the mouth.
Sleeping in abnormal conditions like with the neck arched backward could be a sign the child is trying to open the airways.
Chronic ear infections, tonsillitis, strep throat, and swollen adenoids may all occur more frequently.
Children may toss and turn all night long, rarely going into a deep state of sleep.
MOUTH BREATHING CAN LEAD TO CHANGE IN PROPER DEVELOPMENT OF FACE, AIRWAY & SPINE
