Question: My 8-year-old is still working to break her thumb sucking habit. Is this hurting her teeth and any advice to help her stop? Answer: Sucking on a thumb or finger is normal for infants and young children and most children stop on their own. However, if a child doesn’t stop on their own, we […]
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Thumb-sucking is a common activity for toddlers, but it can do damage to permanent teeth. Find out when parents should intervene.
If your child has a thumb sucking habit, you should take steps early on to curb the habit and prevent dental problems. Contact our dentists today for help!
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Thumb sucking, just like the use of a pacifier, can soothe, comfort, and make children feel safe. While thumb sucking is very natural for babies, it can lead to dental problems if the habit continues into the toddler stage. At our pediatric dental office in Long Island, we encourage our patients’ parents to urge their... Read more »
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It’s normal to have concerns and worries when it comes to our kids! When it comes to thumb sucking or finger sucking, it’s no different! You may be wondering if it’s going to have lasting impact on their teeth, whether or not it is harmful, and how to encourage them to stop thumb sucking past …
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Bulletin Board: A Post From the Community | Wisdom teeth or third molars are the teeth at the very back of the mouth. They most often grow in at age 17-25. It's good to have as many healthy chewing teeth as possible. We usually want to keep wisdom teeth that; - come in completely - are lined up straight and bite properly against the opposing teeth - can be kept clean and free of cavities by brushing and flossing Many times, wisdom teeth…
Sometimes we forget how much we reveal about ourselves when we smile. Not only do we communicate happiness or sociability, but we also convey a lot about our way of living.<br>Click image to enlarge<br>To some extent, our teeth function as a business card. They can indicate social status, hygiene...