NUK STUDY
NUK SOOTHER STUDY 2021: FOR HEALTHY TEETH AND JAW DEVELOPMENT*
Every parent wants to ensure their baby's healthy development, and choosing the right soother plays a crucial role in oral health. NUK is committed to evidence-based design, which is why we supported a groundbreaking 2021 study by the University of Minho, Portugal. This pivotal research meticulously investigated the effects of various soother shapes on the development of teeth, jaw, and palate.
*Scientific study by the University of Minho/Porto, comparing 6 types of pacifiers, Pharmawissen aktuell, special publication, 2022.
The results: NUK's Proven Advantages
The study's results were clear and powerful, conclusively proving that NUK soothers offer significant benefits for your baby's oral health:
• Lowest palate stress: NUK soothers demonstrated the least amount of pressure on the delicate palate.
• Minimized tooth shift: They also showed the least displacement of developing teeth.
This means NUK soothers present the lowest risk for dental misalignments (such as 'open bite,' 'crossbite,' and 'overbite') and significantly reduce the risk of jaw and palate deformations.
This study provides crucial scientific evidence that, with the right soother, parents don't need to fear negative impacts on their child's oral development."
"It's highly valuable that this study focused on identifying the optimal soother shape, as a soothing soother can be incredibly helpful for both baby and parent."
"I'm very impressed that, thanks to this study, we now have a model to accurately simulate the effects of different soother shapes on a child's developing oral structures."
"The study strikingly illustrates the potential for deformation and misalignments when incorrect soothers are used or used for too long. It underscores the importance of choosing the right design."
Trust NUK for a soother that supports your baby's healthy development. Choose the scientifically proven shape that protects their precious smile, from day one.
*Based on a 2021 study by the University of Minho, Portugal, comparing NUK soother shapes with three other common designs.
EVERY STUDY HELPS US BECOME EVEN BETTER
For as long as NUK is around, scientists will test NUK Products and their effects on the development of babies. Their results are put into practice every single day. They help to further optimize tried and tested products and to develop new ones – according to the latest scientific findings primarily from medicine and developmental psychology.
