Chewing Disorders
Chewing disorders are chewing with the mouth open; excessive chewing of gum; exclusive chewing on one side; avoidance of foods with certain textures such as meat, raw vegetables, seeds, some fruit and nuts; preference for soft or pureed food; pain or discomfort during chewing; abnormal jaw movements.
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HELPS
Chewing is treated by activating and equilibrating the chewing muscles; by reducing or eliminating excessive chewing; by making the patient aware of habits; by optimizing the length and efficiency of chewing; and by collaborating with other professionals at normalizing nasal breathing and dental occlusion.
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TREATED
Chewing relies on proper nasal breathing, occlusion and jaw movement. A disorder of these three conditions or an open-mouth habit create compensatory functions that in the long run may create TMJ disorders an
negatively affect the digestive system.
9. Chewing Disorders
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