There are large ventilated gaps on either side of the nipple, which is orthodontic. The pacifier is made with soft, skin-like silicone for a feeling that mimics being at the breast. We also ...

There are two types of pacifiers: conventional and orthodontic. Orthodontic pacifiers are generally flat bottomed and square, which is designed to imitate the shape of the mother's nipple.

Babies have a natural sucking reflex, which helps suckle from the breast (1). Since an orthodontic pacifier resembles a nipple, a baby can be calmed and made to feel secure, while also functioning ...