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Thumb Sucking

By admin April 13th

Many infants and young children use thumbs, fingers, pacifiers and other objects as a natural reflex on which to suck. It may make them feel secure, happy or relaxed helping them to sleep. Thumb sucking that persists can cause problems with the proper growth of the mouth and tooth alignment. Thumb sucking should cease by the time the permanent front teeth erupt. If you have difficulty stopping the habit, you should speak with the Pediatric Dentist or the Orthodontist for help.

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