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Is my child a vigorous thumb sucker? - The signs to look for
Thumb-sucking is a common habit among babies and young children. In fact, it is considered a normal part of their development and can be comforting for them. However, some children can develop a more intense form of thumb-sucking, which can lead to problems with dental and speech development. In this blog, we will discuss how to tell if your child is a vigorous thumb sucker and what steps you can take to help them break the habit. -
Speaking of Thumb Sucking - how thumb sucking can affect speech.
Thumb sucking and finger sucking are common habits among young children. Because of this, many parents may not realize the potential effects that sucking habits can have on their child's speech development. While thumb sucking may seem harmless, prolonged, and frequent thumb sucking can lead to a variety of speech-related problems, including articulation and pronunciation difficulties.
In this blog, we will discuss how thumb sucking affects speech, the age at which thumb sucking may become problematic, and what parents can do to help their child break the habit.
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Our Child's Addiction - a $7000 habit part 4, Treatment Time
The average treatment time with braces, for overbite and other similar issues, is approximately two years. However, factors such as how well your child cleans their teeth can play a part in increasing that time.