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AAP updates preventive health care recommendations

Alyson Sulaski Wyckoff, Associate Editor
Published: June 21, 2022
TOPICS: Bright Futures, Cardiology, Dentistry/Oral Health, Developmental/Behavioral Issues
Abstract
Updates address risk assessment for hepatitis B virus infection, sudden cardiac arrest/death, suicide and more.
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Rising to the challenge: Contest increases vaccination rates, well visits

Steve Schering, Staff Writer
Published: April 01, 2022
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health, Medical Home, Public Health, Vaccine/Immunization
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The Promoting Pediatric Primary Prevention Challenge was organized in response to a decline in vaccination rates and well-child visits during the pandemic.
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Children, especially those in rural areas, face long waits for dental procedures in ORs

Michael D. Webb, D.D.S., M.Ed., and Amr M. Moursi, D.D.S., Ph.D.
Published: March 01, 2022
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health, Environmental Health, COVID-19
Abstract
Operating rooms are not readily accessible in rural areas for dental procedures that require general anesthesia.
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Statement supports integrated, equitable approach to managing chronic conditions in school

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: November 01, 2021
TOPICS: Asthma, Dentistry/Oral Health, Diabetes Mellitus, School Health, Vaccine/Immunization
Abstract
Pediatricians can offer insight into evidence-based strategies and supports for managing chronic conditions in schools and provide medical care.
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AAP, Canadian Paediatric Society update policy on oral care of Indigenous children

Steve Holve, M.D., FAAP
Published: May 17, 2021
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health
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The policy encourages referral to dental care for sealants, interim therapeutic restorations and silver diamine fluoride as well as augmenting the dental workforce in Indigenous communities.
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FYI: COVID-19 test information, water fluoridation and more

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: May 01, 2021
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health, Environmental Health, Infectious Diseases, Public Health
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COVID-19 test information, water fluoridation and more
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How pediatricians can optimize oral health during pandemic

Karen B. Sokal-Gutierrez, M.D., M.P.H., FAAP; Patricia A. Braun, M.D., M.P.H., FAAP
Published: March 01, 2021
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health, Infectious Diseases, COVID-19
Abstract
From March through May 2020, child Medicaid and Children’s Health Insurance Program dental claims declined by 69%, according to government data.
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FYI: CATCH proposals, telehealth resources, online flu course, and more

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: January 01, 2021
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health, Influenza, Telehealth Care
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CATCH proposals, telehealth resources, online flu course, and more
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All about fluoride: Updated clinical report covers caries prevention in primary care

Melinda B. Clark, M.D., FAAP
Published: November 30, 2020
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health
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The report aims to assist pediatricians in maximizing the use of fluoride for caries prevention while minimizing the risk of enamel fluorosis.
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Heavy sugary beverage consumption by youths drops from 11% to 3%

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: November 01, 2020
TOPICS: Adolescent Health/Medicine, Dentistry/Oral Health, Diabetes Mellitus, Obesity
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Sugary drinks contribute to the prevalence of childhood obesity, diabetes and tooth decay.
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Dental sealants effective but underutilized: What can pediatricians do?

Anupama Rao Tate, D.M.D., M.P.H.; Matt R. Crespin, M.P.H., R.D.H.
Published: March 18, 2020
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health
Abstract
Nearly 60% of children ages 6-11 do not get sealants, and children from low-income families are 20% less likely to get sealants than children from higher-income families.
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When can doxycycline be used in young children?

H. Cody Meissner, M.D., FAAP
Published: February 27, 2020
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health, Infectious Diseases
Abstract
Doxycycline binds to calcium less readily than other tetracyclines and has not been shown to cause tooth staining.
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AAP continues to recommend fluoride following new study on maternal intake and child IQ

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: August 19, 2019
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health, Environmental Health
Abstract
Dental caries are a significant public health burden and fluoride has been proven effective in reducing that burden.
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4 groups endorse AAP-AAPD dental sedation guidelines for children

Alyson Sulaski Wyckoff, Associate Editor
Published: July 29, 2019
TOPICS: Anesthesiology/Pain Medicine, Dentistry/Oral Health
Abstract
The clinical report recommends at least two individuals with specific training and credentials should be present with a pediatric patient receiving deep sedation/general anesthesia for dental treatment.
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Safety net: AAP, pediatric dental group update guidance on dental sedation personnel

Charles J. Coté, M.D., FAAP
Published: May 28, 2019
TOPICS: Anesthesiology/Pain Medicine, Dentistry/Oral Health
Abstract
At least two individuals with specific training and credentials should be present with a pediatric patient undergoing deep sedation/general anesthesia for dental treatment in a dental facility or hospital/surgicenter.
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Study: Environmental factors influence dental caries more than genetics

Melissa Jenco, News Content Editor
Published: April 26, 2019
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health
Abstract
Lack of community water fluoridation, the enamel defect hypomineralized second primary molars and maternal obesity were associated with increased risk of dental caries.
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Pinpointing origin of facial cellulitis key for treatment

John H. Unkel, D.D.S., M.D., M.P.A.; Jennifer H. Rominger, D.M.D.
Published: March 05, 2019
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health
Abstract
A child with odontogenic facial cellulitis may present with a carious tooth on the side of the facial swelling as well as pain, trismus, rash, and a tight, warm, erythematous, almost glossy appearance of the skin.
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FYI: Disasters collection, fluoridation poster, and more

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: March 01, 2019
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health, Disaster Preparedness
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FYI: Disasters collection, fluoridation poster, and more
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Partnering with dentists can help in diagnosis, management of bruxism

Anupama R. Tate, D.M.D., M.P.H.; Karen R. Fratantoni, M.D., M.P.H., FAAP
Published: March 09, 2018
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health
Abstract
Bruxism is defined as the involuntary, habitual, nonfunctional forceful contact of teeth.
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FYI: Oral health resources

Trisha Korioth, Staff Writer
Published: February 01, 2018
TOPICS: Dentistry/Oral Health
Abstract
Dental caries is the No. 1 chronic childhood disease, and health care professionals can be the first line of defense against it.
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