Our son's first appointment with the orthodontist - confirming the damage caused by his prolonged thumb sucking habit. The first stage in our journey to correct his teeth, bite and profile.
A letter to all parents who find themselves judged for trying to help their child stop thumb sucking. Comparing the truth about thumb sucking with the misleading claims made by those who offer their unsolicited advice.
Our thumb guards help deter children from sucking their thumb or fingers in two ways. First, the guards are a visual reminder to children not to suck. Secondly, they form a barrier between the thumb or fingers and the mouth roof. This reduces the comforting sensation typically gained from sucking.
Did you know that the age of your child, emotional trauma, health issues, insecurity and even your child's preferred method of sucking, are all factors to consider before encouraging them to end their thumb sucking habit? Read on to discover three things to consider before buying a thumb guard for your child.
You may have heard claims that it is cruel to put a thumb guard on your child. Perhaps you have been informed that thumb guards can injure a child's mouth or make their hand sore? Perhaps you have heard that thumb guards can be removed by children, proving that they are useless and cannot perform the task they were created for? Thumb Guard myths dispelled here.
When it comes to thumb sucking and finger sucking, some children really do struggle to break their habit. Unfortunately, regular sucking has proven to be detrimental for growing mouths, particularly once adult teeth begin to cut through. Thumb and finger sucking put the sides of the jaw and the softer tissue at the roof of the mouth under pressure. This causes the upper jaw to narrow. A narrow jaw will prevent teeth from aligning correctly. This is a malocclusion.
All the dentists I have spoken to agree that prolonged thumb or finger sucking habits are detrimental to both a child’s teeth and their jaw. Added to this a G.P friend highlighted the risks of Paronychia. For parents of thumb sucking children, the outlook might include some rather unpleasant future orthodontist’s bills too.
Answers to questions concerning babies and thumb sucking. Should parents encourage babies to stop thumb sucking? What are the risks for babies who suck their thumbs? Why toddlers should be encouraged to stop thumb sucking.
Our son's first appointment with the orthodontist - confirming the damage caused by his prolonged thumb sucking habit. The first stage in our journey to correct his teeth, bite and profile.
A letter to all parents who find themselves judged for trying to help their child stop thumb sucking. Comparing the truth about thumb sucking with the misleading claims made by those who offer their unsolicited advice.
Our thumb guards help deter children from sucking their thumb or fingers in two ways. First, the guards are a visual reminder to children not to suck. Secondly, they form a barrier between the thumb or fingers and the mouth roof. This reduces the comforting sensation typically gained from sucking.
Goldilocks, Red and the tale of Little Suck-a-Thumb a light hearted look at cautionary tales.
Did you know that the age of your child, emotional trauma, health issues, insecurity and even your child's preferred method of sucking, are all factors to consider before encouraging them to end their thumb sucking habit? Read on to discover three things to consider before buying a thumb guard for your child.
You may have heard claims that it is cruel to put a thumb guard on your child. Perhaps you have been informed that thumb guards can injure a child's mouth or make their hand sore? Perhaps you have heard that thumb guards can be removed by children, proving that they are useless and cannot perform the task they were created for? Thumb Guard myths dispelled here.
Four thumb sucking facts your toddler needs you to know, that may influence your decision to help them stop thumb sucking.
When it comes to thumb sucking and finger sucking, some children really do struggle to break their habit. Unfortunately, regular sucking has proven to be detrimental for growing mouths, particularly once adult teeth begin to cut through. Thumb and finger sucking put the sides of the jaw and the softer tissue at the roof of the mouth under pressure. This causes the upper jaw to narrow. A narrow jaw will prevent teeth from aligning correctly. This is a malocclusion.
All the dentists I have spoken to agree that prolonged thumb or finger sucking habits are detrimental to both a child’s teeth and their jaw. Added to this a G.P friend highlighted the risks of Paronychia. For parents of thumb sucking children, the outlook might include some rather unpleasant future orthodontist’s bills too.
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Answers to questions concerning babies and thumb sucking. Should parents encourage babies to stop thumb sucking? What are the risks for babies who suck their thumbs? Why toddlers should be encouraged to stop thumb sucking.
Thumb Sucking - our solution Despite the negative opinions of our ancestors, today we accept that thumb or finger sucking is natural for babies. ...
