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Acta Pediatr Mex 2008; 29 (2)

Early childhood caries. Prevention and treatment. Report of a case

García-Suárez A, Teja-Ángeles E

Language: Spanish
References: 14
Page: 69-72
PDF size: 314.25 Kb.


ABSTRACT

Dental caries is a major public health problem. Early childhood caries (ECC) also known as baby bottle caries or baby bottle tooth decay, is associated with several risk factors; i.e.: physical, biological, environmental and behavioral, poor oral hygiene, inappropriate infant feeding methods. This is a predictable disease, therefore, emphasis should be given on dietary and oral hygiene habits. This article emphasizes the importance of oral health and early childhood caries complications.


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