Medical benefits associated with the use of soothers/dummies for newborns include providing comfort, contributing towards neurobehavioural organisation, and reducing the risk of sudden infant death syndrome.
Stopping any dummy/soother use before 2 to 4 years is recommended. The American Academy of Paediatric Dentistry (AAPD), agrees non-nutritive sucking is normal for babies and young children and recommends weaning from the pacifier by age 3.
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