Question 1

17 years old still suck thumb. have a big lump on the palm of my sucking thumb, hurts but doesn't itch. recently, new small bumps grew and it itches.

Accepted Answer

Thumb sucking: Thumb sucking can cause dermatitis that itches as well it can cause infection (bacterial, fungal, viral including herpes)
need to see your physician to determine what's causing the bumps.

Question 2

i had been sucking my thumb for 16 years. i already have braces (and stopped thumbsucking). will it be able to correct my teeth problem??

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Yes braces work.: Once you stop sucking your thumb your teeth will stop getting worse.  The braces will gently pull them back to proper alignment.  It is important to see the Orthodontist regularly to have the braces adjusted.  This will insure you get the result you want.

Question 3

baby gum deformed from sucking thumb?

Accepted Answer

Thumb sucking: It is normal and i would not worry unless it goes beyond two years. Children can change the shape of their palate with thumb sucking. Don't stress it and consult your pediatrician or pediatric dentist.

Question 4

showing emotions is it wrong at a certain age? is it weird for a 14 year old girl to still hold her mother's hand. she is a very loving child and is always telling me she loves me, hugs and kisses me goodnite and goodbye. she has done this from day one.

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Your : Your description certainly does not suggest anything abnormal. Your daughter's affection suggests a warm, loving connection between the two of you. Congratulations!

Question 5

can thumb sucking cause crooked teeth? my 3 year old still sucks her thumb, even though i've been trying to break the habit for 5 months now. i'm not sure, but it looks like her front middle teeth look slightly crooked and i was wondering if her thumb suc

Accepted Answer

Many : Many children suck their thumb or fingers until age 2 to 4 years old. If they continue sucking  (to include a pacifier) once their permanent teeth come in, it can cause problems with how their teeth align.  If a child sucks her thumb really hard it can also impact her baby teeth.   Because you believe that your daughter may be experiencing an impact from her sucking; i suggest you have her see the dentist. Pedodontists are dentists who specialize in working with children.  Good luck.

Question 6

how do i stop a 4 years old child from sucking her thumb. is there any medicine out there?

Accepted Answer

Bedtime: I try to narrow the thumb sucking to nap or bedtime. I tell the child it is okay to suck the thumb in bed. By focusing on one time per day, the child feels there is still hope of not getting in trouble for the habit. Eventually, the nighttime habit will lessen too. Medicines, bandages and yelling do not seem to work well.

Question 7

is it okay for a 13 year old to be thumb sucking?

Accepted Answer

Thumbsucking: It could cause some issues for the teeth, but otherwise it is not unsafe. I would look into why this is happening, particularly if it is new. Make sure this is not in response to new stressors or concerns

Question 8

how can i get my 10 year old to stop sucking his thumb?

Accepted Answer

Thumb Sucking: A dental appliance or placing gloves on the hands will stop thumb sucking.

Question 9

my 6 year old daughter can't stop thumb sucking. her teeth are not in allignment. what can be done? please help. thanks.

Accepted Answer

Thumbusters.com : This is a thumb "glove"

or thumbuddytolove.

Or you could try  mavala stop (paint on bad taste)

they all work differently, one may work for your child, good luck.

Question 10

i'm 19 years old and can not break a thumb sucking habit it's never public but is becoming a problem what are ways to stop thumb sucking?

Accepted Answer

Clinical hypnosis: Hypnotherapy when performed by competent clinical hypnotherapists can be effective.  Most clinical hypnotherapists are psychiatrists so consult your local psychiatric society to find help in your area.

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17 years old still suck thumb. have a big lump on the palm of my sucking thumb, hurts but doesn't itch. recently, new small bumps grew and it itches.

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I had been sucking my thumb for 16 years. i already have braces (and stopped thumbsucking). will it be able to correct my teeth problem??

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Baby gum deformed from sucking thumb?

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Showing emotions is it wrong at a certain age? is it weird for a 14 year old girl to still hold her mother's hand. she is a very loving child and is always telling me she loves me, hugs and kisses me goodnite and goodbye. she has done this from day one.

A member asked:

Can thumb sucking cause crooked teeth? my 3 year old still sucks her thumb, even though i've been trying to break the habit for 5 months now. i'm not sure, but it looks like her front middle teeth look slightly crooked and i was wondering if her thumb suc

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How do i stop a 4 years old child from sucking her thumb. is there any medicine out there?

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Is it okay for a 13 year old to be thumb sucking?

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How can i get my 10 year old to stop sucking his thumb?

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My 6 year old daughter can't stop thumb sucking. her teeth are not in allignment. what can be done? please help. thanks.

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I'm 19 years old and can not break a thumb sucking habit it's never public but is becoming a problem what are ways to stop thumb sucking?

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