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Is thumb sucking the only cause of overbite?
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Overbite and open bite are common dental conditions that can affect people of all ages. While thumb sucking is often cited as a primary cause of these conditions, there are several other factors that can contribute to them as well. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the other causes of overbite and open bite and what you can do to prevent and treat them. -
Is my child a vigorous thumb sucker? - The signs to look for
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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. -
Choosing the right thumb guard for your child
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Thumb guards are a great tool to use when it is time to end thumb sucking. However, before choosing a thumb guard, you should familiarise yourself with your child’s habit. Children suck their thumbs and fingers in a variety of ways and for different reasons. Here are six points you should consider in order to select the best product for your child. -
Overbite - your questions answered
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What exactly is an overbite and how is it treated? This article identifies and answers the most frequently asked questions. -
We create the guards you want, to help break the habits you don't.
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When it comes to sucking habits, nail biting or skin picking you are not alone if your or your child's habits involve fingers instead of thumbs, or even both at the same time. What if your child sucks three fingers or even four? No one likes having to search through different products trying to find something to adapt. You need a thumb guard or finger guard that can cover those extra digits and still offer the same results. We like to keep things simple. You tell us your child's requirements, and we will create the guard they need.
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Cuffed Baby Guards - the thumb guards with staying power.
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In 2021, following numerous requests from desperate parents we designed and created our cuffed baby guard. While similar in design to our standard thumb guards, the addition of the extra wrist cuff has been a game-changer for many babies who might otherwise have pulled the guard off. But why do some babies need thumb guards, and how do they work?
