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Q. My child's jaw is misaligned. Will it improve with age?

A.

If left untreated, facial asymmetry will worsen significantly as the child grows. Correction during the growth period is necessary for proper bone development. Especially, children who mouth-breathe due to rhinitis will develop elongated faces and receding chins (micrognathia), making treatment crucial.

📝 Detailed Answer

성장기 턱관절 장애는 얼굴 뼈 전체를 바꿉니다.

  • 부정교합: 턱이 틀어지면 치아 교합도 안 맞게 됩니다. 교정 치료 시기를 놓치지 마세요.
  • 자세: 척추 측만증이 있는 아이는 턱관절 비대칭도 같이 옵니다. 전신 교정이 필요합니다.
💡 아데노이드형

구강호흡이 주원인입니다. 비염 치료를 병행해야 턱 성장도 정상화됩니다.

#소아턱관절 #안면성장 #무턱교정
Dr. Yeonseung Choe

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Dr. Yeonseung Choe

Chief Director

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