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I have a problem. I’m a teenager (13) and still suck my thumb. I’m really embarrassed about it. I don’t want my parents to know but it is making my teeth stick out. The kids at school make fun of me about my teeth. Is there a dentist that won’t charge me too much and would let me come without my parents knowing? I need to find out what to do about my thumb sucking and my teeth. I can pay some. I’ve got a little business I do knitting scarves for people.<\/p>\n

Olivia<\/p>\n

Dear Olivia,<\/p>\n

\"Child<\/p>\n

I’m so sorry the kids at school are giving you a hard time. I’m even more sorry you feel like you have to deal with this on your own. I wish you felt like you could talk to your parents. I don’t know your situation. Hopefully, there is some trusted adult in your life you feel safe with. <\/p>\n

If you don’t feel safe, please tell a teacher or police officer. I also want to commend you on having a business at your age. You sound like a gal who’s going to change the world and I’m very proud of you. <\/p>\n

Finding a dentist who’ll work with you financially<\/a> isn’t a problem. Most would be happy to work with you. The biggest issue is the fact that you’re a minor. Legally, dentists cannot treat you without your parents there. They could lose their license. But, don’t get discouraged yet. I may have a way to help. <\/p>\n

Affordable Ways to Stop Thumb Sucking<\/h2>\n

About any general pharmacy will have a type of clear nail polish designed to help people stop sucking your thumb. It’s not very expensive. You essentially just paint it on your thumb and the taste is so foul that it prevents you from sucking y our thumb. <\/p>\n

This will deal with your thumb sucking problem but not your teeth. I’m guessing your parents don’t take you to the dentist regularly. I’d tell them your teeth are bothering you. When your teeth are out of alignment it can lead to migraines and even TMJ problems. <\/p>\n

You may do some up front research ahead of time to look for affordable dentists in your area. At your age, you could go to either a pediatric dentist<\/a> or a general dentist. Many work with Care Credit which is a medical card that can allow you to may payment plans for low and even no-interest.<\/p>\n

This blog is brought to you by Dr. Kevin Peck<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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