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Does the larynx change with age? The truth about your aging voice

According to one expert, some degree of vocal fold bowing is present in 72% of people over the age of 40. The answer to "Does the larynx change with age?" is a resounding yes, as the voice box undergoes a natural process of weakening and stiffening, leading to noticeable vocal shifts for many people. These changes, often subtle at first, can affect everything from pitch and volume to overall vocal endurance.