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Effects of Oral Habits on Oral Health

To help your child break the thumb sucking habit, encourage them with positive reinforcement and offer comfort items like a stuffed toy to keep their hands engaged.

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Effects of Oral Habits on Oral Health

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  1. Effects of Oral Habits on Oral Health Thumb sucking, mouth breathing, and pacifier use can negatively impact a child's oral development and health if not addressed. by Dr. Abdul Raheem

  2. Mouth Breathing Facial Deformities Mental Development Can lead to uneven jaw, crooked teeth, and visible gum issues. Improper breathing affects brain function and performance. Identifying Habits Observe child during day and night to spot mouth breathing.

  3. Thumb Sucking Speech Issues Dental Problems Social Challenges Can cause difficulty pronouncing certain sounds. May lead to malocclusions like open bite and overbite. Thumb sucking past age 3 can lead to social issues.

  4. Pacifier Use Negative Effects Weaning Advice Timing Matters Malocclusions, infections, and breastfeeding difficulties. Wean child off pacifier by 6 months to avoid problems. Introduce pacifier only after breastfeeding is established.

  5. Addressing Oral Habits Identify Monitor Observe child's habits and spot any issues early. Visit pediatric dentist to ensure proper oral development. Intervene Work with child to break harmful oral habits.

  6. Importance of Pediatric Dentistry Comfort Expertise Bright Smiles Pediatric dentists know how to make kids feel at ease. Specialized training to address children's unique dental needs. Ensure your child's smile stays healthy and happy.

  7. Catching Problems Early Observe Visit Dentist Address Concerns Monitor your child's oral habits and development. Consult a pediatric dentist to identify any issues. Work together to correct problems before they worsen.

  8. Healthy Habits, Healthy Smiles Thumb Sucking Avoid after age 3 Mouth Breathing Correct early to prevent deformities Pacifier Use Wean off by 6 months

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