FAQ

Clipp® is recommended from the age of 2, ideally around the age of 3. This is the best time to wean your child off their dummy.

It's never too late to break bad habits, and weaning occurs in the same way at the age of six and beyond. From a purely orthodontic point of view, any poor dental positioning will have less chance of resolving naturally. An orthodontic check-up may be necessary.

Weaning off the dummy depends on each child, but it is generally recommended to start at around 12 to 18 months. This is the ideal time to reduce dummy use and make weaning easier, to avoid prolonged dependency. By following an appropriate weaning process, children can gradually detach themselves from their dummy without difficulty.

Products are generally dispatched by post within a maximum of 24 hours, excluding weekends and public holidays. This means that you will usually receive your order in less than a week. However, delivery can take up to 15 days, depending on the delivery location and the time of year.

Delivery costs vary depending on the weight of your parcel and the delivery method you choose when confirming your order. Delivery costs in mainland France for a kit are currently €6.90 with parcel tracking or €4.90 when collecting from a collection point. Collection point delivery is free for orders of two or more kits (or €39) and home delivery is free from €49

For the moment, Clipp® is only available in France, the French overseas departments and territories, Belgium, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Germany, Monaco, Andorra and the United Kingdom

The inventor has been a professional orthodontist since 2002 and is the father of two young children who have successfully tested the prototypes. For more than 20 years, he has produced several thousand custom-made devices every year for numerous dental practices and hospitals in France and abroad. The man behind the Clipp® weaning system is not only the inventor, but also the head of product development and quality control. The teat itself has been selected from a German manufacturer renowned for its reliability since the 1980s: it is BPA-free and certified to comply with current standards and regulations.

The Clipp® dummy is a very recent device. Some pharmacies and shops sell them. You can find a map of retailers at the bottom of the home page

The dummy is currently only available via the online purchase link. The roll-out in pharmacies is gradually taking place, and a list of distributors will soon be available.

Clipp® is a medical device. For sanitary, hygiene and health protection reasons, but also to guarantee our customers that the product is not a consumer return but a new product, it is neither returned nor exchanged beyond the withdrawal period - see the general terms and conditions of sale.

You can speak to us on the telephone Monday to Friday from 9am to 12pm and from 1.30pm to 4pm on (0033) 7 83 94 21 44 and by e-mail using our contact form.

The Clipp® device is CE certified and complies with current standards. The kit certified Bisphenol A-free. The teat itself, the main component, is certified to DIN EN 1400/2013 +A2: 2018 (Childcare articles - Dummies for babies and young children - General safety requirements and test methods) DIN EN 71-3:2019 +A1:2021 (Safety of toys - Part 3: Migration of certain elements.) REGULATION (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 December 2006, including its amendments. Recommendation of the German Institute for Risk Assessment - Recommendation XV, silicone.

Clipp® is a new product and has not yet been the subject of scientific studies, but numerous articles are available on the internet (M6, le Parisien, France 2, France 3, La maison des maternelles...). Check out the video testimonials from our users, and all the positive feedback (written and video) from individuals and healthcare professionals. Hopefully this will reassure you about both the effectiveness of the device and its innovative methodology. Clipp is rated between 4.9 and 5/5 on platforms such as Google, Consobaby, Mam'advisor and Facebook, and has also won a silver medal at the Lépine International Paris 2023 competition, 3rd prize from Fidéalis and the Mam'Advisor 2024 editorial prize.

The dummy is designed for a weaning period of 30 to 60 days. For hygiene and safety reasons, as well as from an orthodontic point of view, we recommend not prolonging weaning beyond 60 days. However, after weaning, the child can hold dummy in their hands to go to sleep, for example, as the object remains a reassuring reference point for the child.

Silicone is safe for children, and is the most commonly used material to manufacture dummy and bottle teats.

Weaning is recommended between 30 and 60 days, and the dummy is designed for this use. However, it may last longer under normal use. Just like any other dummy, if your child gets into the habit of 'chewing' the silicone teat, it may not last as long as previous ones.

Weaning dummies are currently available in classic version, glow-in-the-dark and in colour

The Clipp® system is predominantly French! Apart from the teat, which is made in Germany for reasons of reliability, the rest is 100% French: the inventor, development, weaning shields, graphics, marketing, packaging, quality control and shipping. What's more, in addition to the public-interest nature of Clipp®, and as part of our commitment to a socially responsible economy, we employ the services of a French work assistance establishment (ESAT), which enables people who have been recognised as disabled workers to carry out a professional activity.  

The teat is made from silicone and polypropylene, while the weaning shields are made from tritan. The kit CE-certified and Bisphenol A-free.

The product has been developed by a dental orthopaedic support specialist with over 20 years' experience in orthodontics, paediatric dentistry (for younger children) and dentofacial orthopaedics (jaw position). A little-known profession, dental orthopaedic support specialists make made-to-measure medical devices for orthodontists, who themselves specialise in the position of teeth and jaws. A dentist is a dental care professional who is more skilled at relieving and repairing cavities or more serious oral infections, but also at fitting dental prostheses (restoration).

There is currently one size suitable for children aged 2 and over. In the event of gag reflexes before the age of 3, a shield can be added to reduce the size of the sucking teat (see instructions for use).  

The principle is simple: by adding shields to the dummy structure, the sucking teat becomes shorter and shorter, which gradually makes it more difficult to use. So by the third or fourth shield, the child has to hold on to it so it doesn’t fall out of their mouth. To use their hands, they have to take the dummy out of their mouth by themselves. This means that they use their dummy less and less at each stage, and the weaning process is gradual and gentle. Read our article: What is the Clipp® dummy and how does it work?

Weaning off the dummy is generally recommended between the ages of 2 and 4, when the child begins to develop independence. Gradual weaning off the dummy can help to minimise the child’s stress and make this important transition easier for them. Don't forget that every child is unique, so look out for signs that your child is ready to be weaned off their dummy.

To get your child used to the dummy, start by offering them the weaning dummy at times when they are seeking reassurance and comfort, such as before bedtime. Make sure that their experience with the dummy is positive and reassuring, as this will make it easier to wean your child off the dummy at a later stage. With a little patience, your child will be able to get used to their dummy while paving the way for successful weaning.

To get your child used to the dummy, it's important to introduce the weaning dummy gently and gradually. Start by introducing the dummy at times when they are seeking comfort and reassurance, which can make it easier to wean your child off the dummy later on. Make sure you also create a soothing environment so that your child associates the dummy with moments of calm and security.

We do not recommend the use of disinfectants. If you want to use disinfectant, take the greatest possible care and do not exceed the maximum exposure to the disinfectant recommended by the disinfectant manufacturer, as this could damage the weaning dummy.

If the sucking teat is damaged, you should replace the dummy with a new one at the same stage of weaning. Clipp is designed and certified to withstand "normal" sucking use (excluding "chewing"). It may be that growth, and potentially the stress of stopping, leads to the dummy being used as a "teething ring" and not just to satisfy your child’s need to suck.

This is particularly the case if weaning is too rapid or too early: it must be adapted to the child.

Clipp® is a normal-sized dummy: it can't be swallowed, any more than any other dummy! The weaning shield must be clipped in place by an adult. Once added, they cannot be removed by the child and are therefore risk-free.

Wash the 6 elements in hot water before use, and then regularly throughout the weaning process. Don't hesitate to order the small brush on sale in the store, it's perfect for cleaning the small dummy parts.

The Clipp® device is first and foremost a dummy: let the child use it, but the countdown to complete weaning has begun. However, for Clipp®, as for all dummies, we recommend that you try to limit use to specific times, such as bedtime, naps or times when the child is very upset, for example. The dummy should not be used systematically, and complete weaning depends on this. For night-time use, consider ordering the "glow-in-the-dark" or "coloured" models to help your child find their dummy in bed.

The Clipp® dummy is primarily designed to stop bad habits and will only be worn for a few weeks. Poor dental positioning is often the result of bad habits. These include thumb-sucking, dummy use or any other device that causes incorrect tongue position, mouth breathing and maintenance of infant (or primary) swallowing. Weaning your child correctly will enable them to adopt the right habits, before the age of 3 and in the majority of cases, teeth will naturally realign within a few weeks. If in doubt, do not hesitate to consult a specialist.

Clipp® is particularly well suited to dummy weaning. To wean your child off thumb-sucking, we recommend discussing the subject with the child, finding substitutes such as activities that require both hands, and possibly adding a bitter nail varnish and/or putting a plaster on the thumb at bedtime.

If a shield does not fit properly, it is either: - badly positioned, so you must insert and clip it correctly (see instructions); - damaged, dispose of the dummy if the shield or at least one of the clips is broken.

The advantage of Clipp® is that it is a dummy that is exactly the same as the others at the start of weaning. This makes the transition easier, and there is a very good chance that the child will accept... a transition that is simpler than a sudden stop. Discover our blog articles and video testimonials from our users.

We recommend complete weaning within 30 days (or 60 days if your child’s need to suck is very strong), but you know your child better than anyone and you can extend this time if you feel you need to slow down the weaning process. However long it takes, each stage is irreversible and you are inevitably heading towards your child completely stopping dummy use. So take your time, and your child's time in particular. Discover our blog articles and video testimonials from our users

Do not wash the Clipp® dummy in the dishwasher or disinfect it in a pressure cooker. There is a risk of material damage from detergents or irregular heating.

The dummy is designed to withstand boiling water, but to avoid any risk of damage, we recommend simply washing it in hot water.

It's important to adapt to the child, but without losing sight of the objective. The schedule is flexible depending on the child and the level of dependency. Clipp has weaned some children in less than a week, others in 60 days. The time taken varies greatly depending on the child's willingness to stop. It’s really important to listen to the child, as they will guide the weaning schedule. Don't hesitate to download the fun calendar to plan the dates for adding shields with your child and get them involved in their own weaning... the results will be astonishing! Read our article: How to introduce your child to the Clipp dummy so that weaning is easy

A single kit is enough. If the child had several dummies before, having just one Clipp® dummy is already a step towards weaning. They will use it a little less, because only one is available. Ideally, the dummy should be left in the child’s bedroom during the day. If possible, its use should be limited to naps, nights and times when the child is very upset. In any case, the child will use it less and less as the shields are gradually added.

A child cannot remove a correctly clipped shield, they are attached very firmly to the previous one by safety hooks - read the instructions carefully before use.

Yes, it's important to listen to your child and if you think it would help them to slow down, then slow down!  It's important to listen to what they say, because they guide the schedule. Don't hesitate to download the fun calendar to plan the dates for adding shields with your child and get them involved in their own weaning... the results will be astonishing! Read our article: How to introduce your child to the Clipp dummy so that weaning is quick

Weaning means breaking the child’s habit. It happens of its own accord because the dummy will become increasingly complicated to use. The child gradually reduces its use until they are completely weaned. Read our article: How to introduce your child to the Clipp dummy so that weaning is easy

It’s important to talk about it because discussion will make weaning easier. It's even better if the child is involved! You can explain it to them and they can even more or less choose the date of the next stage (if it’s reasonable, of course)! It will be much easier for the child to choose to add a shield than to decide to abandon their dummy all of a sudden. (Fun calendar and certificate available to download from the website). Read our article: How to introduce your child to the Clipp dummy so that weaning is easy

Clipp® is a dummy like all the others at the first stage, which maximises the chance of the transition being accepted by the child, unlike other systems on the market. Subsequently, the stages are added by an adult who mechanically shortens the sucking teat at each stage, so the child cannot object. Each stage is carried out gently and at the child's pace, but there is no going back. We strongly recommend getting children involved by letting them choose (more or less) the date on which each new shield is added. This way, they become involved in weaning themselves and the results are much better (you can download the free online fun calendar and the reward certificate) Check out the video testimonials from our users and the many opinions from private individuals and testimonials from healthcare professionals!

You can use a dummy clip, but be careful: For your child's safety, use a dummy clip that complies with current regulations (Clipp® dummy clip available in the online store) 22 cm maximum and never extend the dummy clip.

At the start of weaning, the Clipp® dummy is a dummy like any other. You therefore need to remove any other dummies your child may have and replace them with Clipp® weaning dummies. Following the instructions, simply add the weaning shields gradually over 30 to 60 days. - Read the instructions carefully before use. Discover our blog articles and video testimonials from our users