You’re walking down the hallway with your infant straddled to your hip, when their pacifier suddenly falls out of their mouth and onto the floor. You quickly pick it up, clean it in your mouth, and return it to your little one before they can start to get fussy. Does this scenario sound familiar?
We often pick up childcare habits from our own parents, relatives and close friends. However, some of these “innocent” habits may not be so safe after all, especially when it comes to your child’s oral health. In today’s blog post, a children’s dentist in Castle Rock reviews some common pacifier habits and shares preventive oral care tips for your little one’s growing teeth.