Module 4- Lactation Science -Part 2

Published on Nov 30, 2020

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Lactation Science - Part 2

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Feeding, respiration, dentition and speech are influenced by the anatomy of the mouth.

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The tone and functioning of the muscles of the face, neck and trunk affect feeding.

Some aspects of oral anatomy change with maturation and growth or can be surgically corrected.

Sometimes orofacial structures change as the infant recovers from minor injury.

bruising during birth or trauma related instrumental delivery
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Orofacial structure and function can be impaired by injury, congenital malformation, neurological deficits, prematurity or illness.

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