We know that a number of health benefits are there to breastfeeding, there is an added benefit of proper jaw development and teeth alignment which is not much discussed about.
Exclusive breast feeding for the initial 6- 8 months helps strengthen the jaws and palate of the infant, along with training the tongue to position itself properly. Infants who breastfeed through latching have to use much effort themselves than the bottle- fed infants. Not just reducing the risk of malocclusions, breastfed infants also reduce the chance of tooth decay in their adulthood (not considering genetics and lifestyle).
What are some other ways in which exclusive breastfeeding impacts oral health?
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