Assessment of functional disorders in children with narrowing of dentition from the perspective of the international classification of function-ing

Objective. To assess functional disorders in children with narrowing of the dentition from the perspective of the international classification of functioning. Materials and methods. The indicators of the components of the international classification of functioning were analyzed and assessed in 75 children with narrowing of the dentition aged 6–9. Results. Nasal breathing impairments and speech disorders were found in children with narrowing of the dentition. Conclusions. Orthodontists, otorhinolaryngologists, and speech therapists can use the parameters of the international classification of functioning to assess functional disorders in children with narrowing of dentition. It will help interdisciplinary planning in early diagnosis and treatment.