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Actually, the technical term is overjet.

I think that the device used to break the habit is meant to reduce the time needed for any occlusal corrections or to help achieve a personal goal but I don't think I've ever heard of any adult actually shifting their teeth, while an adult, from this habit. I think all of the visually apparent damag...

I've never read anything on this subject and wonder if it's possible for an adult, say past the age of 21, with healthy gums and balanced jaws is over the possible affects of thumb sucking on their occlusion. Has anyone ever heard of teeth movement due to this habit after age 21?

I know that, if a person is still sucking their thumb, an orthodontist will not work on their occlusion because the habit undermines the treatment. But someone told me that they've heard of people who have succeeded anyway. Anyone else know of success nonetheless and, if you have your own personal s...

I know that, if a person is still sucking their thumb, an orthodontist will not work on their occlusion because the habit undermines the treatment. But someone told me that they've heard of people who have succeeded anyway. Anyone else know of success nonetheless and, if you have your own personal s...