Thumb-Sucking

Other Places To Get Help

Organizations

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
211 East Chicago Avenue
Suite 1700
Chicago, IL  60611-2663
Phone:	(312) 337-2169
Fax:	(312) 337-6329
Web Address:	www.aapd.org
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) is the membership organization representing the specialty of pediatric dentistry. The AAPD provides public information about child and adolescent dental care.
American Academy of Pediatrics
141 Northwest Point Boulevard
Elk Grove Village, IL  60007-1098
Phone:	(847) 434-4000
Fax:	(847) 434-8000
E-mail:	kidsdocs@aap.org
Web Address:	www.aap.org
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers a variety of educational materials, such as links to publications about parenting and general growth and development. Immunization information, safety and prevention tips, AAP guidelines for various conditions, and links to other organizations are also available.
International Association of Orofacial Myology (IAOM)
2000 N.E. 42nd Avenue, PMB #295
Portland, OR  97213-1305
Phone:	(503) 280-0614
Fax:	(503) 284-0041
E-mail:	iaomec@msn.com
Web Address:	http://www.iaom.com
Orofacial myologists help identify and treat a variety of problems related to facial muscles and the mouth. These professionals work to correct problems that interfere with the proper function of the tongue, lips, and mandible. Thumb-sucking, digit-sucking, or swallowing abnormalities are examples of some of the conditions orofacial myologists are trained to help improve or resolve. This organization can help you locate a professional in your area or provide information about the various conditions that cause abnormal oral functioning.

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Author:	Amy Fackler, MA Debby Golonka, MPH	Last Updated: October 2, 2006
Medical Review:	Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Tom Bailey, MD - Family Medicine
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