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Last Updated: Oct 23, 2019
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THUMB SUCKING HABIT

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Dr. Hetal ChhedaDentist • 15 Years Exp.BDS, Certificate of Speciality Training In Restorative Dentistry & Endodontics, Advanced Certificate Course In Aesthetic Dentistry

THUMB SUCKING HABIT for prolong period of time espeially during the eruption of permanent teeth 
may lead to open bite formation i.e gap between the upper and lower teeth..
Other effects are forward movement of teeth or  flaring of upper incisors ..

It also  causes effects on the palate 
HABIT BREAKING APPLAINCE is one mode of treatment that can help kids to break through the habit ..

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