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Last Updated: Aug 29, 2019
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Thumb Sucking Habit!
If your child is above 3 years and still sucking his/her thumb then its time to intervene and break the habit. Else it leads to changes in the growth pattern of the jaw, malalignment of teeth and affects speech[lisp].
To break the habit you can
1] give rewards.
2]bandage around the thumb or elbow or finger
3]finger guard
4]punishments as in no TV or playing
5]get fixed crib on teeth by your dentist.
In case you have a concern or query you can always consult a specialist & get answers to your questions!