Question
My baby is eight months old and has recently been biting their lower lip, even when it swells and they don’t seem to stop. Parents are worried that this habit might have a negative impact on the development of their baby’s milk teeth and the oral and maxillofacial structure. How can we help our baby break this habit?
Answer
An eight-month-old baby is in a critical period of milk tooth development, and the habit of biting the lower lip may have adverse effects on the development of milk teeth and the oral and maxillofacial structure, even potentially affecting the development of permanent teeth. When the baby bites their lip, parents can try to divert their attention with positive methods, such as providing toys or engaging in interactive games. At the same time, parents can take advantage of the baby’s tendency to be easily distracted by external objects to help the baby break this habit.