Habit Breaking Appliance

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Children often develop certain habits that usually fade as they grow older. However, if these practices persist after permanent teeth have erupted, they can significantly affect jaw growth patterns and ruin the alignment of teeth. At Alisa Dental Care, a trusted dental clinic in Richmond Road, Bangalore, we specialize in identifying and treating such habits using advanced techniques, including habit breaking appliances, to ensure proper dental and skeletal development. Common habits we address include thumb sucking, tongue thrusting, and mouth breathing.

Children’s jaws are soft and malleable, which means that persistent habits can alter their natural shape due to the force applied over time. It is crucial to stop these habits early by educating children about the consequences. In cases where habits persist, specialized tools like habit breaker appliances can help intervene effectively.

THUMB SUCKING

For children who continue thumb or finger sucking beyond the age of five, a fixed palatal crib or rake-style habit appliance can provide a more permanent solution. These appliances prevent the thumb from creating pressure against the soft jaw, thereby stopping the habit and preventing long-term issues with alignment and growth.

TONGUE THRUSTING

Tongue thrusting, while a natural swallowing movement, can become a repetitive habit for some children, causing deformities in the dental arch. If untreated, it may lead to problems similar to those caused by thumb sucking, including misaligned teeth and altered skeletal development. A habit breaking appliance with a tongue crib is often used to correct this behavior.

MOUTH BREATHING

Mouth breathing, which typically occurs due to anatomical deviations like a deviated septum or chronic nasal congestion, can lead to dry mouth, reduced saliva, and an increased risk of cavities. A mouth breathing habit breaking appliance can assist in retraining the child to breathe through their nose, improving oral health and overall well-being.

At Alisa Dental Care, we provide personalized solutions, including various habit breaking appliances, tailored to each child’s specific needs. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and help your child achieve proper dental and skeletal development.