The most expensive models are not necessarily the best while cheaper types may be doing more harm than good. Soothers should only be used for the first year of a baby's life as prolonged use can result in dependency on the device and can also cause dental issues.
When choosing a soother some important considerations are:
- The quality of material used
- Whether it is BPA-free (bisphenol-A has been linked with endocrine disorders including diabetes)
- Whether it is one-piece, which limits the cracks and crevices where bacteria can thrive, or multi-part
Orthodontic soothers, which are labelled as such, are the types most often recommended by a dentist as they support proper jaw and teeth development and are a more natural fit to a baby's mouth.
Knowing when to start a baby on a soother and when the practise should be stopped are crucial to their correct usage. You can find more detailed information at https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/are-some-pacifiers-better-than-others-for-a-childs-oral-health/