Short sleep duration may be associated with the presence of dental caries
1. In this cross-sectional study, there was a negative association between sleep duration and dental caries. 2. Furthermore, those who ...
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Wellness Check: Sleep
Long sleep duration may be associated with carotid plaque burden 1. In this cross-sectional analysis, long sleep duration (≥9 hours) ...
Warning labels on sugar-sweetened beverages impact parent decisions
1. Warning labels on sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) increased primary caregiver awareness regarding the adverse health effects and sugar content in ...
Preventative oral health by pediatricians can reduce dental caries
1. This retrospective study of Medicaid-enrolled children found that nearly half had at least 1 decayed, missing, or filled tooth ...
AAP highlights pediatricians’ play role in improving oral health
1. As the incidence of dental caries in young children has increased significantly in recent years and pediatricians often see ...
AAP continues to recommend fluoride for prevention of dental caries
1. An AAP Clinical Report released today encourages pediatricians to aid in the prevention of dental caries, a common cause ...