Using a pacifier or a bottle is common to soothe and feed infants. But did you know that the use of a pacifier or bottle can potentially affect how an infant’s teeth erupt?
Prolonged or improper use of pacifiers and bottles can lead to a condition known as “bottle mouth” or baby bottle tooth decay. This condition refers to tooth decay and misalignment caused by frequent and prolonged exposure to bottles and pacifiers along with sugary liquids, such as formula, milk, or juice.
Here’s how pacifiers and bottles can impact tooth eruption.
An article by Dr. Sowmya Kanumilli. Originally published by Your Dental Health Resource.
Read the full article here: Can a Pacifier or Bottle Affect How Your Infant’s Teeth Erupt?