ASSOCIAÇÃO ENTRE ANQUILOGLOSSIA E RESPIRAÇÃO MISTA EM CRIANÇAS DE 0 A 5 ANOS
ASSOCIAÇÃO ENTRE ANQUILOGLOSSIA E RESPIRAÇÃO MISTA EM CRIANÇAS DE 0 A 5 ANOS
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.1271126130110
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Palavras-chave: Saúde Bucal; Odontopediatria; Anquiloglossia; Respiração Mista.
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Keywords: Oral Health; Pediatric Dentistry; Ankyloglossia; Mixed Breathing.
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Abstract: Ankyloglossia, commonly referred to as “tongue-tie,” is a congenital condition characterized by a short or restrictive lingual frenulum, which may interfere with oral and respiratory functions. Objective: investigate the association between ankyloglossia and mixed breathing in children aged 0 to 5 years. Methodology: This was an epidemiological, clinical, and prospective study with a quantitative approach, conducted in the municipality of Gurupi, Tocantins, Brazil, within the scope of the Boquinha do Bebê program. Children were initially screened during routine follow-up visits, and those with suspected ankyloglossia underwent a detailed clinical evaluation, including the application of the Bristol Tongue Assessment Tool (BTAT) and a structured questionnaire administered to parents or guardians. Data were organized and analyzed using descriptive statistics to explore associations between ankyloglossia and mixed breathing patterns. Results: Ten children participated in the study after parental consent. Different degrees of lingual mobility restriction were identified, along with the presence of mixed breathing patterns, suggesting a possible association between these conditions. Conclusion: The findings highlight the importance of early screening for ankyloglossia and the assessment of respiratory patterns in early childhood, supporting preventive and therapeutic strategies in pediatric oral health.
- Eduarda de Melo Gonçalves Costa
- Rise Consolação Iuata Costa Rank
- Isis Eveliny Freitas Leandro
- Ian Costa de Medeiros
- Sthefane Simão Sousa de Moura
- Thaysa Luany Pacheco de Oliveira