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For mouth breather, what is the remedy when sleeping at night. would using chin strap be safe or advisable.?

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Dr. Carlo Hatem answered

Safe: Not necessary unless recommended by your doctor.

Answered 6/5/2013

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A member asked:

For mouth breather, what is the remedy when sleeping at night. would using chin strap be safe or advisable.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Carlo Hatem answered

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