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I\u2019m wondering if I can find an affordable dentist who can help me get my thumb sucking habit under control. I wish I could just stop cold turkey, but I can\u2019t.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m 37 years old and am fortunate enough to have a private office at my job. Most of the time I can work from home and I am single, so most people don\u2019t know I suck my thumb. Stress is a lot of the problem but it\u2019s an embarrassing habit.<\/p>\n

Twice within the last 3 months, someone came into came into my office when my back was turned to the door and I was sucking my thumb. Neither colleague mentioned it, but I know they saw me. Otherwise the habit is hidden from my family and friends.<\/p>\n

I know that dentists often help kids stop sucking their thumb, but what about adults? I don\u2019t want to have to spend a lot of money on this, but I do need to do something about it. Thanks for your suggestions. Leah<\/p>\n

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Leah,<\/p>\n

It\u2019s good that you\u2019re looking for options to help get your habit under control. There are some things you can try yourself, without having to worry about finding an affordable dentist<\/a> for treatment. We\u2019ll name a few:<\/p>\n

Brush-on deterrent polish<\/strong> \u2013 You can buy over-the-counter, deterrent nail polish and brush it on. The polish is designed to help you stop sucking your thumb or biting your nails. You’ll get a foul taste in your mouth that causes you to take your thumb or fingers out of it.<\/p>\n

Cover your thumb<\/strong> \u2013 Try covering your thumb with a bandage or something similar that will make sucking it uncomfortable. Although you can easily remove a thumb cover, at least it will make you think before you put your thumb in your mouth.<\/p>\n

Address the stress<\/strong> \u2013 If you think your thumb-sucking habit is stress related, address the stress. If you have trouble controlling your anxiety, speak with your doctor about it.<\/p>\n

You might benefit from massage therapy, counseling, or other stress-reducing techniques. If you can reduce the level of your anxiety, it can help you address bad habits and improve your overall health.<\/p>\n

If you continue to suck your thumb, it will eventually affect your bite and the alignment of your teeth. Be sure to ask your dentist for an examination to determine if orthodontic treatment is needed. If your bite has been affected, it\u2019s best to get it treated to prevent other oral health issues.<\/p>\n

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This post is sponsored by Plano, TX dentist<\/a> Dr. Miranda Lacy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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