Will my child’s thumbsucking habit damage their smile? This is a frequently asked question and common concern for many parents. You may have been relieved to find that your baby could soothe himself to sleep by sucking his thumb. However, if the habit is lingering well into the toddler years, you may be getting worried. At what point should parents get serious about breaking their child’s thumbsucking habit before it impacts their smile, or their likelihood for future orthodontics?
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