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Hi. My child is now 4. Still sucking his thumb. will this affect how his teeth grow?

Dr Mohanarajah S/O S.Senathirajah

BDS (Singapore), MDS (Orthodontics) (Singapore), M Orth RCS (Edinburgh) FAMS (Orthodontics)

4w ago

Yes, thumb-sucking beyond age 3–4 can affect teeth and bite, like pushing front teeth out or narrowing the palate. Gentle guidance and positive encouragement can help him gradually stop.

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