Category: Pediatric | Difficulty: Basic | Priority: Nice-to-know
Repetitive non-nutritive sucking habit that may affect occlusion and jaw growth if it persists beyond early childhood.
A long-lasting thumb or finger sucking habit that can move teeth and jaws over time.
[[non-nutritive sucking; oral habit]]
Discuss gentle habit-breaking approaches; avoid shaming
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