Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Tongue thrust
Hi, my son is 3 yrs old .. He is having gaps in his teeth. And he pronounce some letters like s t d etc by keeping his tongue out... Iam worried is it a tongue thrust or what kind of problem it is? Will this go by age?.. Plz suggest ..
Answers (3)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Gap in milk tooth is natural. This gap is required to accommodate permanent tooth as permanent tooth are bigger in size as compared to milk tooth.
No need to worry about it. Just wait for few years.
Still have queries then please consult with doctor online or offline for better guidance and treatment options.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced dentist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+174
All kid under age of six will have a gap between the front teeth.this gap will close itself by the time your child turns eight to nine
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Renu Bhaskar
Dentist
10 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
No need to any treatment, it will close itself.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.