Are pacifiers safe for babies? What are the advantages and disadvantages of giving pacifiers to babies? What harms can pacifiers cause to babies? Shourabh replied. Though there are benefits of pacifiers, yet they can pose a danger also. using pacifiers may interfere with breastfeeding. Use of pacifiers also leads to habit formation. Pacifier use increases the risk of middle ear infections.Prolonged pacifier use leads to dental problems. Pankaj Bhatla replied. Pacifiers are great for calming and soothing a baby. It satisfies the urge of sucking and thus leads to contentment.But there are risks and benefits of pacifiers so it is up to the parents to decide to use it or not. It is a good tool for pacifying a cranky baby. It is great for distracting the baby. Many a times it helps the baby to fall asleep. it is very helpful in long journeys. It also reduces the risks of SIDS. Sohum replied. The use of pacifiers is a personal choice. it is good not to make it a habit. sucking often has a soothing, calming effect and for this parents use pacifiers. Babies get pacified with a pacifier. Sometimes is very helpful as when the baby is cranky or during long travels. But constantly using a pacifier can harm the baby so I think sometimes suing it is justified. Long term use can lead to ear infection and dental problems.