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I go for running everyday 40 minutes. should i breathe through nose or mouth or both. if i breath through mouth can it cause protrusion of teeth?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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Tooth Movement: Tooth movement will not occur if you breathe through your mouth.

Answered 3/9/2016

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A member asked:

I go for running everyday 40 minutes. should i breathe through nose or mouth or both. if i breath through mouth can it cause protrusion of teeth?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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