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Although many young children suck their thumbs, the majority stop at an early enough age to avoid permanent dental problems. However, a handful of young children continue to suck their thumbs past the age of five or six. These children need to be identified and treated before their thumbsucking can lead to severe malocclusions. Chronic [...]
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THE REASONS FOR THIS EXAMINATION FOLLOW: The posterior occlusion is established when the first molars erupt. At that time, one can evaluate the antero-posterior and transverse relationships of the occlusion, as well as discover any functional shifts or crossbites. Incisors have begun to erupt and problems can be detected such as crowding, habits, deep bites, [...]
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