Finger & thumb sucking - Consequences and remedies.
Anne is now 11 years old, but has been my patient for the past 6 years. She is a compulsive finger sucker and nothing that her mum or I said, would convince her to stop or try to break the habit. Her fingers show the scars too.
A year ago, I decided to take a close up set of high-res photos of her teeth and put them up on my screen. The shock on little Anne's face was enough and she said that she wanted to have a beautiful smile.
Anne came to see me last week, a whole year later, and her mum said that from the last visit, she had stopped the finger sucking totally. Merely breaking her habit allowed Nature and her lip pressure with normal swallowing movements to correct the problem. The power of high resolution digital intra-oral photography cannot be under-estimated as seen in this delightful case, where no treatment was necessary to correct the problem.
Caring 4 Smiles Dental Group, is a Preventive Care practice and we actively promote the amazing ability of the body to self correct and heal. However, we also use habit correcting appliances and other means to get the right growth and development. We love seeing children and we track them with regular visits.
To know more about us and our care of our patients, please click the link below. You can also book an appointment online at: www.caring4smiles.co.nz...
Poll: Would you want an unconventional funeral?
Funerals can cost as much as $22,000 and the planning can be stressful especially at a time when loved ones are grieving. Some New Zealanders are re-imagining funerals by making their own coffin or having a relaxed ceremony at home. Would you want a less traditional funeral? Share your thoughts below.
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84.2% Yes
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13.7% No
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2.1% Other - I'll share below!
Lost cat - Mt Eden
Still missing my girl 😔
Evie is a 14 year old grey tortie - quite pretty colouring (mainly grey with caramel) with some cream on her chest. No white on her at all. She has been missing since 16 November, 2023.
Please take a screenshot of this post so you have photos and my number handy in case you see her.
She likes people but might not let you pick her up so please take a video or photo if you see her and call me asap on 021 072 0933 (Anna).
She’s quite lean and small to medium size. When she’s happy she ‘talks’ ❤️ De-sexed and microchipped.
Last seen in Mont Le Grand Rd, Mt Eden. Please check your garage, shed, garden and under deck and house.
Apparently cats who are hiding don’t meow so please look carefully even if you don’t hear her. Thank you so much 🙏
Poll: Which mattress would you rather....?
Time to settle the mattress match-up: Firm or Plush? Which side of the bed beckons you for a cozy night's sleep? Cast your vote and let's find out which mattress reigns supreme! #beds #mattress
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77.8% Firm
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22.2% Plush
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