Although thumb sucking is a normal habit it causes serious teeth problems if it continues long after the eruption of permanent teeth. The problem gets more serious if it continues after the age of four or five. Prolonged finger sucking can create crowded, crooked teeth, or bite problems. The child may also develop speech problems or problems with swallowing properly. Protrusion and displacement of front teeth are usual results of thumb sucking. This can affect the child's appearance and cause further emotional problems. |
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Dental Care for Your Baby |
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The first visit to the pediatric dentist should be by the first birthday (usually between six and twelve months of age). Early exam and preventive care is important in protecting your child’s smile. The most important reason for an early visit is prevention of dental caries such as early childhood caries (EEC).
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Parents' Guide: Questions & Answers |
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See a list of parents' most common questions regarding dental care of children, as well as answers to them.
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Parents' Guide: What To Ask The Dentist? |
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See a list of questions you should ask your pediatric dentist at different age of your child.
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Parents' Guide: Tooth Eruption Tips |
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Read some tips how to improve your child’s oral health while their teeth erupt. More...
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Although tooth eruption occurs at different times for different people, a general eruption timeline exists. Typically, humans have 20 primary teeth and 32 permanent teeth. More... |
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Vitamin D Deficiency During Pregnancy |
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The deficiency of Vitamin D during pregnancy can cause tooth decay problems to their children, says study presented during the general meeting of International Association of Dental Research held in Toronto, Canada. More... |
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