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THUMB SUCKING HABIT
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 ..