Are Flat Pacifiers Better?

Which pacifier style should you choose? Rounded pacifiers feature a nipple shaped like a small ball (or a flattened ball) while orthodontic pacifiers are flat on the bottom and round on the top. Studies have shown that orthodontic pacifiers are better for the development of a baby's palate and jaw.

Are flat pacifiers better for teeth?

In short, not necessarily. An orthodontic pacifier is intended to reduce the harmful dental problems caused by traditional pacifiers. Whereas a traditional pacifier has a round or slightly elongated nipple, an orthodontic pacifier has a nipple with a flat bottom and a slightly rounded top.

Which pacifier shape is best?

Once your baby's teeth emerge, usually around six months, research suggests that orthodontic pacifiers are the preferred shape. The orthodontic shape is least likely to alter the shape of the baby's gum ridge/dental arch.