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How does prolonged use of pacifiers harm the teeth?

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How does prolonged use of pacifiers harm the teeth?

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What are the adverse effects that can happen to teeth, gums, mouth with the prolonged use a pacifiers?
Expert Answer
S
Dr Satish SalujaSep 20, 2005
Consultant Neonatologist,
Sir Ganga Ram Hospital,
New Delhi
Teeth can protrude outwardly and may require braces later on. With improper hygiene chances of infection are higher.

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