Lili Xiao

Oral and oropharyngeal bacterial microbiota in children with obstructive mouth breathing: a pilot cross-sectional study

Obstructive mouth breathing (OMB) is a common pediatric condition associated with oral and systemic health problems. OMB may alter the oral and oropharyngeal environment through mucosal dryness, reduced salivary clearance, altered airflow and gas exchange, and impaired local muco...