Thumb sucking is a natural self-soothing practice of most babies and children. Most children will grow out of this habit on their own once they get out of their toddler years and reach pre-school or kindergarten. However, some children will continue to suck their thumb.
While it may seem harmless, prolonged thumb sucking can cause structural changes to the front teeth and affect your child’s bite. With these changes, can thumb sucking cause your child to need braces?
An article by Dr. Quoc Lu. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource.
Read the full article here: Can Thumb Sucking Cause Your Child to Need Braces?
