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Is sleeping with mouth open caused by old age?

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Dr. John Van der Werff answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Probably not: It is more likely related to an inability to breath through the nose. Breathing through your nose is healthier and i would suggest seeing someone to help you do so. Probably an ENT physician would be the best person to see..

Dr Sandler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/27/2017

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