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Baby Dental Care, Thumb and Finger Sucking?

Sunday, Nov. 13th 2011 5:46 AM

It is perfectly normal for infants to suck on their fingers and thumbs. Most baby will stop by age of two. If your child does not, try to discourage finger and thumb sucking after age four. Prolonged thumb sucking can create crowded, crooked teeth, or bite problems. As your pediatric dentist for ways to address a prolonged thumb sucking issue.

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