Objective The aim of this narrative review is to highlight the association of ineffective feeding practices with the development of malocclusion in children and the role of a pediatric dentist in identifying the cues and signs of improper feeds, and encourage effective breastfeeding practices. Introduction There has been an ongoing debate on the role of effective breastfeeding in the prevention of malocclusion. Although no specific claim supports the positive impact of the same, a detailed reviewing of the literature helps to identify the method of feeding to be chosen considering health benefits and personal preference.
Materials and Methods A broad search of all resources linked to the topic was performed in PubMed, Medline, World Health Organization website, government websites, and Google Scholar search engine. Keywords used in the search included breastfeeding, ineffective…
