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Due to thumb sucking in childhood, the upper teeth (including the jaw) have come outwards. Can these move inwards? And in what way can these happen? Please tell me!
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Yes, the teeth that are proclined (come outwards) can definitely be corrected by an Orthodontist.
Multiple options are available to do this, such as braces- metal, ceramic, lingual or aligners.
Next Steps
Please visit an orthodontist who will be able to suggest the best possible treatment according to the severity of proclination and your treatment concerns .
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May require removal of teeth to move the teeth inwards.
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Thumb sucking in children are common and doesn't cause severe protrusion of the teeth / jaws if stopped at a very early age. But the same habit if prolonged beyond a point of time ,could cause protrusion of teeth and jaws. The treatment of the same is dependent on the severity of the protrusion .
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