Thumb Sucking is a natural reflex actor of babies, this action provides comfort, tranquility and pleasure. This habit also induces them to sleep at bedtime.
According to the ADA, after 4 years there are consequences for prolonged sucking. These consequences are in the development of the jaws and teeth.
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It is important to take the child to an orthodontist to stop the suction and thus avoid complicated consequences such as: open bite and alignment of the permanent teeth.
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