http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2000/09/17/pacifiers-ear-infections.aspxInfants who can be weaned from continuous pacifier use or avoid it completely are less likely to experience ear infections and, probably, other ill effects as well, according to a recent study. Pacifier use was found to cause a 40% increased risk of earenCommunityServer 2008.5 SP1 (Build: 31106.3070)