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Soft Bite Appliance for Teething Infants.

Preethi Murali1, B Sivapathasundharam2, Jeyaseelan Ramasamy1

  • 1Oral Pathology and Microbiology, Faculty of Dentistry, Meenakshi Dental College and Hospital, Meenakshi Academy of Higher Education and Research, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.

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A soft bite appliance can prevent nipple injuries in breastfeeding mothers caused by infant teething. This temporary device enhances comfort and allows mothers to continue breastfeeding without anxiety.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Pediatrics
  • Lactation Studies

Background:

  • Mother's milk is crucial for infant growth, brain development, and immune function.
  • The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for six months and continued breastfeeding up to two years.
  • Infant teething, starting around six months, can cause painful nipple and areola bite injuries for mothers.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce a novel "soft bite appliance" designed to prevent infant bite injuries during breastfeeding.
  • To enhance comfort for both mother and infant during the teething phase of breastfeeding.

Main Methods:

  • Fabrication of a "soft bite appliance" for infant use during breastfeeding.
  • Temporary application of the device during the infant's teething period.

Main Results:

  • The appliance effectively prevents bite injuries to the mother's nipples and areola.
  • The device promotes comfort for both mother and infant during feeding.
  • Facilitates the continuation of breastfeeding without maternal anxiety.

Conclusions:

  • The soft bite appliance is a beneficial temporary solution for teething-related breastfeeding challenges.
  • This innovation supports continued breastfeeding by mitigating maternal discomfort and injury.
  • Enhances the breastfeeding experience, promoting maternal and infant well-being.