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Thumb sucking.

A K Leung1, W L Robson

  • 1University of Calgary, Alberta.

American Family Physician
|November 1, 1991
PubMed
Summary
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Most cases of malocclusion from thumb sucking resolve by age six. Treatment for persistent thumb sucking beyond six years involves behavioral methods and dental appliances.

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Area of Science:

  • Dentistry
  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Orthodontics

Background:

  • Malocclusion is a common complication of persistent thumb sucking in children.
  • Early cessation of thumb sucking often leads to spontaneous correction of developing dentition issues.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the management of thumb sucking based on age and its impact on dentition.
  • To identify appropriate treatment strategies for persistent thumb sucking.

Main Methods:

  • Review of age-dependent spontaneous correction of malocclusion.
  • Assessment of thumb sucking as a potential indicator of emotional distress.
  • Evaluation of treatment modalities for persistent thumb sucking.

Main Results:

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  • Thumb sucking cessation by age six typically results in spontaneous malocclusion correction.
  • Thumb sucking in children under two requires no intervention.
  • Thumb sucking in three- to four-year-olds may indicate emotional issues requiring targeted intervention.

Conclusions:

  • Intervention for thumb sucking is recommended only after the age of six.
  • Treatment approaches include behavioral conditioning, positive reinforcement, and dental appliances.
  • Addressing underlying emotional factors is crucial for younger children experiencing persistent thumb sucking.