[Influence of feeding method on maxillofacial development].
The functional differences between breast-feeding and bottle-feeding may have a significant effect on dento-facial development and on the genesis of some severe malocclusions. Orthodontists should be aware of this sometimes under-estimated aspect of development. They should, in conformity with their role as professional health care providers, advise long-term breast feeding as a way of preventing certain disorders or, at least, reducing their severity.
Raymond
J L
JL
Les Hôpitaux Universitaires, Strasbourg.
Bacon
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D001903:Bottle Feeding / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D008334:Mandible / Q000503:physiopathology; D008445:Maxillofacial Development / Q000502:physiology*; D009058:Mouth Breathing / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D063173:Retrognathia / Q000209:etiology* / Q000517:prevention & control*; D013391:Sucking Behavior / Q000502:physiology*