Does your child bite the pacifier?

If you begin to notice bite marks on the nipple of your child’s pacifier, we recommend weaning your child off the pacifier in the near future. Pacifiers are designed to be sucked on; they are not made to be chewed.

Always Check the Pacifier for Wear and Tear
As soon as your child starts getting teeth, it’s important to check the pacifier daily. You can do this by pulling on the nipple and inspecting it closely. If there is any sign of wear, you should dispose of the pacifier immediately.

Teething Rings as an Alternative
When the first teeth start to come through, your child will typically want to put everything in their mouth. The gums often itch, and it can also hurt when the teeth are breaking through. If your child bites through the pacifier, it may be a good idea to buy a teething ring. A teething ring can be more challenging to suck on, but it’s worth trying.

Minimize Pacifier Use
Minimize the use of pacifiers as soon as you notice bite marks on the nipple. We recommend giving your child a pacifier only when they are about to fall asleep. However, if your child continues to use the pacifier at the age of 4, it could result in pacifier bite. This type of dental damage typically appears around 4-6 years old when permanent teeth begin to replace the baby teeth. To avoid dental issues, we recommend stopping pacifier use by the age of 3. Before starting the weaning process from the pacifier, you can try switching from a silicone pacifier to a latex one (if your child currently uses a silicone pacifier). Latex is more elastic than silicone, making it harder for small baby teeth to bite through. But remember, no pacifiers are designed to be bitten.