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2025-03-17 17:02:08
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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Hello, 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.
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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 for prolonged age will lead to protrusion . Consult an orthodontist to get the better results

Answered2025-03-20 05:10:13

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Consult an orthodontics . Dental Galaxy , Pune

Answered2025-03-19 13:16:37

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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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consult online with more details or consult an experienced  orthodontist neaby

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Hello There are so many options, including metal and ceramic braces and Invisalign aligners, which can help you
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Please visit the dentist for the various treatment options

Answered2025-03-18 16:02:44

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Hi, Yes the teeth can be aligned. Meet an Orthodontist.

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