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Thumbsuckers Teeth Correction? (photo)

April 8, 2012
Asked By:coolgrl725

I am in my mid 30's and have been sucking my thumb into adulthood and unfortunately have done some major damage to my teeth. I have a mild case of thumbsuckers teeth. I was told that braces and invisalign would not correct most thumbsucker teeth issues, is that true???

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April 10, 2012

Answer: Braces only solve part of the problem

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Answer: Braces only solve part of the problem

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April 11, 2012

Answer: Thumbsucker, how to treat open bite.

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Answer: Thumbsucker, how to treat open bite.

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