Return to article: How to Discourage Thumb Sucking
on 11/22/2005 It's hard to stop sucking your thumb once you get used to it. I've found out that determination and the promise of adulthood braces go a long way towards curing the habit. Otherwise, it keeps coming back like a bad omen.
on 11/22/2005 Putting a little aloe vera jell that is freshly cut on the thumbdiscourages the habit because it is bitter and otherwise not harmful in small quantities.
on 11/22/2005 Definitely ask a dentist or orthodontist to talk with your child! They can explain the work they will have to undergo if the child continues sucking their thumb/fingers. I went through tremendous work for me to stop! I sucked my thumb until I was 13.
on 11/22/2005 If you don't try to stop it, know you'll be in for a big dentist bill.
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