{"id":59,"date":"2023-01-18T06:42:24","date_gmt":"2023-01-18T06:42:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/?p=59"},"modified":"2023-01-29T06:42:43","modified_gmt":"2023-01-29T06:42:43","slug":"pacifier-and-baby-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/pacifier-and-baby-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Will a Pacifier Affect Your Baby\u2019s Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/pacifier-and-baby-teeth\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_190287644__1674970040_46978.jpg\" alt=\"A baby sucking a pacifier \" class=\"wp-image-60\" width=\"296\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_190287644__1674970040_46978.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_190287644__1674970040_46978-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/AdobeStock_190287644__1674970040_46978-768x521.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>As a parent, you might think pacifiers are lifesavers. After all, they make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/who-we-help.html#infants\">babies<\/a> quiet, sleep, and otherwise manageable. Still, the truth is that a pacifier can harm how your baby\u2019s teeth develop. You should thus use the item responsibly to avoid future issues. Luckily enough, your local Papillion dentist can give you the facts to do so. Here is a summary of how pacifiers can harm infant oral health and tips for using them well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are Pacifiers Bad for Teeth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For all their upsides, pacifiers have their drawbacks. Carelessly using them causes dental problems. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bite Misalignment (\u201cPacifier Teeth\u201d)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If babies keep using pacifiers past the toddler stage, they could get \u201cpacifier teeth.\u201d In other words, their mouths and jaws might become misaligned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You see, a pacifier can affect mouth growth and tooth position. Frequent use may force a child\u2019s teeth to move or even change their palate\u2019s shape. Should that happen, symptoms might include the front teeth not meeting in a closed mouth, a crooked smile, front teeth that tip forward, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Gingival Recession &amp; Cavities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In some rare cases, pacifiers cause more than \u201cpacifier teeth.\u201d Instead, they trigger gum loss and pediatric cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, there is a qualifier to mention. These conditions usually stem from parents dipping pacifiers in sweet things. Since this action exposes teeth and gums to sugar, the resulting plaque causes cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Use Pacifiers Responsibly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Used responsibly, a pacifier won\u2019t cause the issues above. Therefore, consider these tips when giving one to your tyke:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Note Baby\u2019s Sucking<\/strong>: How much a baby sucks a pacifier impacts whether dental problems occur. If they only place it in their mouth, teeth issues are less likely. In contrast, vigorously sucking a pacifier is risky.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Make it Safer<\/strong>: Avoid pacifiers with removable parts or liquid interiors. Also, clean the one your baby uses often, and never dip it in sweet liquids.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Break the Habit<\/strong>: If you notice changes in your child&#8217;s primary teeth, you should check with your pediatric dentist. They might suggest a mouth appliance to help break the pacifier habit. A dentist could also explain how to use other tools like praise and encouragement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, a pacifier isn\u2019t a one-sided blessing. Make sure, then, to use the tips above so it doesn\u2019t harm your baby\u2019s smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em><u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/\">Surf\u2019s Up Pediatric Dentistry<\/a><\/u> is based in Papillion, NE. Led by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Bryce Cushing<\/a>, our practice gives kids the best dental care possible. To that end, we perform preventive, cosmetic, and even restorative dentistry, not to mention emergency procedures. Whether they\u2019re a tot or a teen, we\u2019ll make your little one\u2019s smile healthy and shiny! For more information or to book a visit, you can reach us on <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/contact.html\"><em>our website<\/em><\/a><em> or by phone at <strong>(402)-773-7873.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"As a parent, you might think pacifiers are lifesavers. After all, they make babies quiet, sleep, and otherwise manageable. Still, the truth is that a pacifier can harm how your baby\u2019s teeth develop. You should thus use the item responsibly to avoid future issues. Luckily enough, your local Papillion dentist can give you the facts to do so. 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