My son has a habit of thumb sucking while sleeping,due to which his teeth are affecting.I have heard about the medicines which can be applied on thumb..want to know if they're for kids..if test plz suggest some.

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Author of questionGuardian of 3 children2 years ago

A. can u suggest some lotion for it..coz I have tried neem paste.but it was not helpful

Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children2 years ago

A. thumb sucking in your baby is like a behaviour problem since baby is nearing 4 years of age you had interact with the baby yes you can apply some bitter solutions no problem

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