Philips Avent Ultra Soft Soothers SCF093/07 (Orthodontic design) for 18 months+ – 4 pack with 2 sterilising cases
Product description
The essentials
Philips Avent Ultra Soft Soothers are built for babies aged 18 months and over, with an orthodontic design and a soft, flexible shield intended to sit gently on the face. On paper, the big idea is comfort: the shield follows your baby’s facial curves to help reduce skin marks and irritation, while the rounded shape aims to minimise pressure on the cheeks.
They also use a symmetrical “extra-firm” silicone teat (so it’s not a squishy teat feel), with a narrow-neck style that’s designed to help reduce pressure on teeth and gums. If you’re choosing soothers for an older baby, this design direction may appeal more than basic, one-size shields that don’t really think about how the teat meets the mouth.
Key features that matter day to day
The comfort story is very much the headline here, and you’ll notice the approach is about where pressure lands. The flexible shield is meant to conform to natural face curves, and the rounded shield is intended to lower the likelihood of cheek pressure. The teat is symmetrical and orthodontic, with that narrow neck profile aimed at being easier on teeth and gums.
It’s also a practical pack: you get 4 soothers plus 2 sterilising/carrying cases. That matters if you want spares ready for trips or days out, rather than relying on a single soother and hoping you’ll find time to sterilise it.
Sterilising cases and “ready when you need them” use
A useful detail is that each carrying case doubles as a steriliser. The method described is to add water and microwave for 3 minutes. There’s also a claim of up to 50% less CO2 emissions, thanks to the use of the Philips Avent Ultra range approach with plant-based materials (the product description mentions 80% plant-based materials for the range).
A small practical example: imagine you’ve got one case in the cupboard at home and one in the bag. When a soother gets dropped or needs a refresh, you can sterilise it, then keep it in the case ready for later. It’s not glamorous, but it’s the kind of setup that can reduce the faff.
What you’ll like, and where you should be cautious
What stands out is the combination of comfort-focused design and the inclusion of sterilising cases. If you’ve noticed irritation around the mouth or cheeks with other soothers, the “shield follows facial curves” approach is at least worth considering.
That said, a couple of realistic limitations: this is described as extra-firm silicone for 18 months+, so if your baby strongly prefers a softer, more flexible teat feel, you may find it isn’t the match you expected. Also, while the narrow neck design is intended to reduce pressure on teeth and gums, individual babies can respond differently—comfort and fit still come down to your child.
Who it suits (and who may want to skip it)
It makes sense if you’re looking for an 18 months+ soother designed around orthodontic principles, and you want a shield that aims to be gentler on the face. The 4-pack is also a good fit for households that like having spares without immediately reaching for replacements.
It may not suit you if you’re trying to trial soothers for a younger age group (this one is clearly positioned as 18 months+), or if you prefer a different teat softness level. And if you already have a favourite sterilising system you stick with, the value here will depend on whether you actually want the included cases.
Tech specs
- Name: Philips Avent Ultra Soft Soothers - Orthodontic Design, SCF093/07
- Type: Soothers / pacifiers with orthodontic design
- Age suitability: for babies 18 months+
- Teat design: symmetrical, extra-firm silicone teat
- Shield design: flexible shield following the natural curves of the face (rounded shield to minimise cheek pressure)
- Material: BPA-free, silicone teat
- BPA-free: yes
- Format: 4 pack
- Included cases: 2 sterilising/carrying cases
- Sterilising method (case): add water and microwave for 3 minutes
Final verdict
Is it worth it?
Worth buying if you want an orthodontic, symmetrical soother for 18 months+ with a comfort-first flexible shield, and you also like the convenience of sterilising/carrying cases included in the pack.
It might not be the best choice if your baby is very sensitive to “extra-firm” teat feel, or if you’re expecting something more like a softer, more flexible teat. In general, it sits in a more considered design direction than basic soothers, but it won’t magically remove every irritation factor—your baby’s preference still drives the real-world outcome.
Mini FAQ
How many soothers are included?
This pack includes 4 soothers, plus 2 sterilising/carrying cases.
How do the sterilising cases work?
The description says you add water to the case and microwave for 3 minutes.
Are these BPA-free?
Yes, they’re described as BPA-free.
What age are these soothers for?
They’re intended for babies aged 18 months and older.
Why does the shield design matter?
The flexible shield is designed to follow the natural curves of your baby’s face to help reduce skin marks and irritation, while the rounded shape aims to minimise pressure on the cheeks.