Thumb, Finger: Are These Habits Bad For The Teeth And Jaws?

Most children stop sucking on thumbs, pacifiers or other objects on their own between 2 and 4 years of age. However, some children continue these habits over long periods of time. In these children, the upper front teeth may tip toward the lip or not come in properly. Frequent or intense habits over a prolonged period of time can affect the way the child’s teeth bite together, as well as the growth of the jaws and bones that support the teeth.

See this related blog post Why Do Children Suck On Fingers Pacifiers Or Other Objects.

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