Thumb and finger habits make up the majority of oral habits, about 2/3 of such habits are ended by age 5 years. Types of dental changes vary according to: Intensity: the amount of force applied on teeth during sucking, Frequency: the number of times the habit is practiced during the day, and Duration: the amount of time spent sucking which is considered the greatest influence. Clinical evidence suggests that 4-6 hours of force/day is the...

Hyperhidrosis is a term used to describe excessive sweating. it affects about 3% to 5% of the population in the whole planet. Sweating is a natural process that helps regulate body temperature and remove metabolic by-products. Increased sweating can occur at any age and does not depend on gender. Although women are more likely to go to the doctor with this problem. Perhaps this is due to the fact that they tend to be more...

Is the bite situation where the top front teeth excessively overlap the bottom front teeth when the back teeth are closed. Often the top edges of the lower teeth bite into the gum tissue in the roof of the mouth. While a deep bite may or may not be an esthetic concern for most patients, its presence usually indicates other problems should be addressed. The look of a deep bite is less concerning to orthodontics...