Will pacifiers damage newborn gums or the growth of teeth?

My husband believes that pacifiers will damage our newborns' gums. Personally I think he made it up because our newborn constantly drops it out of his mouth and pitches a fit when he's sleepy. I believe that patience has it rewards and I do not intend for our son to have a pacifier once his teeth come in. I read in an American Baby magazine that newborns need to suck because it soothes them.