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Habit Breaking Appliances
There are oral habits that appear harmless at first glance. Tongue thrusters, lip biters, cheek biters or thumb suckers are examples of such. It turns out that over time, such habits can affect the teeth, bite, speech and jaw development. We understand that changing the habit is quite difficult, particularly in the case of kids. That is why appropriate assistance is required.
We offer customised habit breaking appliances at Bombay Dental Specialities. In our clinic, the treatment will be performed in a relaxing, personalised manner. Thus, you will receive all the necessary support in overcoming oral habits.
The procedure starts with a consultation and comprehensive examination. The specialist has to get familiar with the habit, its duration and whether it influences the teeth, bite, speech or soft tissues. Further, there is a careful examination of the mouth to find out the current tooth positions, jaw development and irritation of soft tissues due to lip, cheek biting or tongue, thumb sucking.
Next, the appliance is recommended, taking into account the patient’s age, condition of the mouth and habit itself. Then, it is custom-manufactured in order to fit properly and assist in eliminating oral habits. Also, you will be provided with all necessary information about how to use the device, its wearing time and care at home.
The next step is putting on the appliance. At this moment, the specialist is checking its stability and comfort. After that, the patient receives necessary guidance concerning the new daily routine.
Also, there are regular follow-up visits to monitor the treatment and make changes when needed. The goal of this treatment is not to stress the patient, but to make it possible to reduce the habit gently without damaging oral development.
With habit-breaking appliances, it is possible to eliminate harmful oral habits that influence the teeth, jaws and bite alignment. Thus, with the help of such appliances, healthy tooth positions and oral function are achieved.
Also, the appliances can assist in correcting speech problems due to tongue posture or tongue thrusting. For those patients who bite their lips or cheeks, there is a possibility to protect the soft tissues from constant irritation. The devices are custom-fitted, so they provide the highest level of comfort.
The main advantage is that early intervention can prevent small oral habits from becoming future problems. With regular monitoring and professional guidance, you will receive assistance in achieving a healthier smile.
Can habit breaking appliances help with thumb sucking?
Yes, it is possible. Depending on the examination results, the specialist may recommend a habit-breaking appliance to eliminate the thumb sucking and promote tooth and jaw development.
Are habit breaking appliances only for children?
No, they may be recommended to children, teens or adults.
Will the appliance feel uncomfortable?
It is normal to spend some time getting used to the appliance. However, the device is designed to fit properly and we will give detailed instructions.
How long does the treatment take?
Depending on the habit, age and dental condition, the treatment takes different amounts of time. During the follow-up visits, we will monitor the patient’s progress and make adjustments.
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