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Child-rearing practices and nursing caries

J R Serwint1, R Mungo, V F Negrete

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD.

Pediatrics
|August 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

This study found no clear link between common child-rearing practices and nursing caries in children. Further research is needed to understand the causes of early childhood tooth decay.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Dentistry
  • Child Development
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Nursing caries is a significant oral health concern in early childhood.
  • Understanding the etiological factors is crucial for prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between various child-rearing practices and the prevalence of nursing caries.
  • To identify potential risk factors for early childhood tooth decay.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study was conducted in a pediatric clinic.
  • Maternal interviews assessed feeding practices, limit-setting, and family dental history.
  • Dental examinations diagnosed nursing caries in 110 children aged 18-36 months.

Main Results:

  • Nursing caries affected 20% of the children studied.
  • Mothers of children with caries had less education and more cavities.
  • Breastfeeding was more common in children with caries, but duration was similar.
  • Fluoridated water consumption was lower in children with caries.

Conclusions:

  • The study did not establish a direct relationship between typical child-rearing practices and nursing caries.
  • Findings suggest that the etiology of early caries is complex.
  • Well-designed prospective studies are recommended to clarify causal links.

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