The Little Bear who Sucked his Thumb...
...is a book directed at children, for children.
The book has been written and illustrated by Dr Dragan Antolos, an experienced dentist with a special interest in thumb sucking habits in children. He deals first-hand in management of dental, social and functional problems which can arise with persistent thumb sucking.
Dr Dragan Antolos, “It is important to balance the psychological benefits of thumb sucking with the negative impact it has on developing, permanent teeth. As a dentist and parent, I am totally against restraining aids placed to forcefully prevent children thumb sucking as the first management option. Working through the problem with the child in a positive, interactive waywill be more effective in modifying behaviour.”
The Little Bear who Sucked his Thumb is a simple, inexpensive and effective way to help your child address the habit. The book is beautifully illustrated with characters that will appeal to both boys and girls. The child will relate to the story and it will deliver a positive message without pressure. The book empowers parents to pro-actively encourage their child to stop sucking on their own terms, when they are ready.
The book and chart are a non-invasive and effective strategy for stopping thumb sucking and has received positive support from psychiatrists, speech pathologists, and pedodontic societies. |