Title of article
A modified palatal crib appliance for children with predetermined thumb-sucking habit - Case report
Author/Authors
Al-Emran, Sulaiman King Saud University - College of Dentistry - Department of Preventive Dental Sciences, KSA
From page
31
To page
35
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: The aim of this case report was to introduce a modified design of palatal crib habit breaking appliance that can be used for children with predetermined thumb-sucking habit. APPLIANCE DESIGN AND TESTING: The appliance is made of two bands on the upper first permanent molars and an extended metal framework to cover the anterior of the palatal roof. The appliance was applied for 4 months on an 8-year-old boy who persistently continued the habit of thumb-sucking. CONCLUSION: The appliance proved to be very effective for arresting thumb-sucking habit.
Journal title
The Saudi Dental Journal
Journal title
The Saudi Dental Journal
Record number
2666784
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