Pacifier use modifies the association between breastfeeding and malocclusion: a cross-sectional study

• Published in: Brazilian oral research Vol. 32; p. e101
• Main Authors: Costa, Catiara Terra da, Shqair, Ayah Qassem, Azevedo, Marina Sousa, Goettems, Marília Leão, Bonow, Maria Laura Menezes, Romano, Ana Regina
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Brazil Sociedade Brasileira de Pesquisa Odontológica - SBPqO 11.10.2018; Sociedade Brasileira de Pesquisa Odontológica
• Subjects: Breast Feeding; Dentistry; DENTISTRY, ORAL SURGERY & MEDICINE; Malocclusion; Tooth, Deciduous; Malocclusion; Tooth, Deciduous; Breast Feeding

This study aimed to evaluate the influence of breastfeeding and pacifier use on the occlusal status of preschool children. A cross-sectional study was conducted with children (n = 489) aged 2-5 years in private and public schools in Pelotas, South Brazil. Mothers answered a questionnaire on demograp...