Thumb sucking and dental problems - advice from David Newsham, D.D.S., in Rialto, CA

	The Finger or Thumb Sucking Habit Thumb or finger sucking is nothing to worry about if your child is still an infant. Dr. Newsham will tell you that in most cases, children outgrow the habit by two years of age. If thumb sucking continues past 5 or 6 years, however, thumb sucking can cause serious problems. Your child’s teeth may not come in straight and his mouth can actually become malformed leading to bite and speech problems. If your child is above two years old and still thumb sucking, Dr. Newsham and his knowledgeable staff can give suggestions on how to help your child stop the habit. Please call our Rialto office at (877) 432-9256 for more information or to make an appointment with David Newsham, D.D.S. Read more about children's dentist: Child Dental Health and Baby Teeth Care Infant Pediatric Dental Care Children's Speech Problems Your Children's Dentist - Thumb Sucking Bad Kid Dental Care Habits Early Child Dentist Visits Dealing with Child Dental Fears How Your Family Dentist Can Boost Your Child's Grades Why Choose A Pediatric Dentist? Your Child's First Trip To The Pediatric Dentist Baby Teeth: Dental Care Before The Tooth Fairy. Dental Care Tips For Soothing a Teething Baby Dental Care: The Baby Teeth, What To Expect The Baby Tooth - Children's Dental Care For Parents And Expecting Parents Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay or Baby Bottle Syndrome in Your Children Dental Health: Boosting Tooth Brushing Power For Pre-Schoolers! Pediatric Dentistry - Hot to Prevent Tooth Decay in Children With Cool Treats Pediatric Dentistry - Dental Care For Adolescents And Teens Toddler And Pre-Schooler Dental Care Dental Sealants Dental X-Rays For Your Child Dental Health Care: Discolored Primary Teeth Facts About Dental Fluoride Pediatric Dentist and Tooth Decay, Child Dental Health FAQs Pediatric Dentistry and "A Child's First Time Visit" Dental Visits Dental Care: Malocclusion (Bad Bite) In Children The Making Of An Awesome, Most Excellent Smile Dental Care and Baby Teeth, Something To Smile About Seal Out Tooth Decay in Your Children's Teeth Smart Snacking Helps Prevent Tooth Decay Tooth Care: Space Maintainers Space Maintainers Save Your Child's Smile Stainless Steel Dental Crowns For Children's Molars - A Children's Dentist Explains Why Oral Disease: Talking To Children About Tobacco Fresh Talk For Your Mouth Ten Tips About Baby Teeth From The Tooth Fairy A Kid's Dentist Explains Dental Visits: Managing Your Apprehensive Child Kid's Dentist: Time For Teething The Child Mouth, Timeline For Teeth Child's Dentist Explains Problem with Tongue Piercing: How It Damages The Mouth Dental Care: Toothbrush Tips For Kids Management Of Dental Injury To Children's Permanent Teeth Why Fix a Baby Tooth or Child's Molar Dental Disease And Children's Gums « Back to Children's Dentist	Call For An Appointment Now! (909) 820-9081 General Info: (909) 820-9081 The Flash 6 plugin or higher is required to view content on this page, but was not detected on your browser. First name: Email: Postal code: Subscribe to our newsletter? Our email policy - We promise never to sell, barter or rent your email address to any unauthorized party. Share \| Don't Forget to Floss! Clean between teeth daily with floss or an interdental cleaner. Decay-causing bacteria can hid between teeth where toothbrush bristles can't reach. Flossing helps remove plaque and food particles from between teeth and under the gum line. Visit Our Office Regularly! Take good care of your smile. Remember to visit the dentist regularly for professional cleanings and oral exams. Mouthwash Is Important, Too! Brushing and flossing may not be enough. The ADA now recommends using an antimicrobial mouthwash to reduce plaque and prevent gingivitis. David A Newsham DDS Appts:(909) 820-9081 David A Newsham David A Newsham DDS 1735 North Riverside Avenue Rialto, CA 92376 General Info: (909) 820-9081
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