JIDAM
"An Official Journal of IDA - Madras Branch" ©2022.

Abstract:

Oral habits is a part of human development. Habit is a fixed practice produced by constant repetition of a act. Oral habits are habits which are acquired temporarily or permanently in children which is harmful to dental structures. Thumb sucking is considered to be normal upto four to five years of age. Thumb sucking is an innate reflex and one of the most common security and self soothing mechanisms. The article elaborates on the various thumb sucking habits, their etiology, classification, clinical findings, prevention and management.

Keywords :

Thumb sucking, Oral Health

Volume No: 9, Issue No: 4