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4 Ways to Break the Thumb-Sucking Habit this Children’s Dental Health Month

January 2, 2022

Filed under: Uncategorized — parksidedental @ 7:24 pm
child sucking thumb

It’s your first few years as a parent, and you’re a bit concerned about your child’s thumb-sucking habit. You know that thumb-sucking is natural and healthy for many babies and early toddlers. But what if your little one will soon be going to kindergarten? Plus, you’ve heard that a thumb-sucking habit can result in issues with proper development and teeth alignment. To lessen the need for orthodontic treatment in the future and avoid any social ridicule they might face, you can try out these 4 techniques to get your child’s dental healthand self-esteem back on track. 

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