Patient's question:
I am 36 years old this year, and recently I have been feeling unwell. Sometimes during the day, I feel dizzy, and it has also affected my work. I can't sleep at night, and the medicine I took doesn't seem to help much. How can I make the child stop eating their fingers?Doctor's answer:
Before the age of 3, babies are in the initial stage of milk tooth development. During this stage, the habit of thumb sucking does not significantly affect the baby's future dental alignment, because everyone has a second chance to grow teeth. Even if the milk teeth are uneven, as long as more attention is paid during the growth of permanent teeth, there is still a chance to grow a set of beautiful permanent teeth. However, if the milk teeth develop poorly, some or other aftereffects may occur. Therefore, it is best for parents to help their children break the habit of thumb sucking before the age of 3 to ensure future dental health.