Symmetrical shape
The symmetrically shaped dummy is a classic dummy that has been on the market for several years. The great advantage of this shape is that the dummy cannot be placed upwards down, and that it therefore automatically finds a natural and correct position in your child’s mouth. The symmetrical dummies – also known as butterfly pacifiers – are durable and the slightly flattened teat imitates a mother’s breast. In order to minimize the pressure on the child’s teeth, pallet and jaw, the teat is drop-shaped and symmetrical.
The shield is slightly curved in order to gently follow the facial curves and thereby reduce pressure as much as possible. It is equipped with air vents, which ensures that the skin stays ventilated and prevents it from getting too moist, which reduces the risk of skin irritation significantly.
Orthodontic shape
The orthodontic dummies are designed to give the child an easing and comforting feeling when soothing. The shape is designed to mirror the shape of the mouth, which significantly reduces the press on jaws, tongue and palate. This shape minimizes the risk of abnormal tooth development caused by the use of dummies better than any other shape on the market.
The shield is slightly curved, which ensures an even distribution of pressure. Due to the air holes in the shield air can easily access the sensitive skin around the mouth, which reduces skin irritation.
Round shape
The round and cherry-shaped dummy is a classic dummy where both teat and shield are roundly shaped.
Some children prefer this shape over any other shape. The explanation is, that this shape is very close to the shape of a mothers breast, and the round dummies as a result feels more natural and soothing to the child. Many midwives and nurses recommends this type of dummy, because of these exact qualities.
Another advantage of this shape is that it is very easy for children to keep the dummy in their mouth. Dummies of other shapes often have smaller teats and are more difficult to hold on to and hence they are more easily lost or dropped.
The shield faces outward which ensures an absolute minimum of skin irritation.