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...: dental caries ; cavities ; fluoride ; tooth brushing ; dental home ; social determinants of health ; breastfeeding ; drinking water 1a. Overview Despite education and prevention measures, dental caries (tooth decay) continue to occur at high rates with almost half of children between the ages...)

... group needs to drink water ad lib and it should be offered multiple times each day. 16–20 ounces of low fat or fat free milk should be consumed each day to add to daily protein, fat, sugar, vitamin D and calcium needs. Juice is not necessary in a balanced diet. However, if juice is offered, three-year...)

... breastmilk or formula. Juice should be avoided due to sugar content, but babies can also drink water (up to 4-8 ounces a day), ideally from a sippy cup to promote development and help initiate the process of decreasing bottle feedings. Fostering self-feeding can be started at this age by encouraging...)

... to protect the teeth against caries. This exposure can be readily accomplished through drinking water that has been optimally fluoridated ¹⁰ and brushing with fluoride toothpaste twice daily. ¹¹ Fluoride supplementation typically is not needed in the first 6 months of life. Children...)

... clinical responses. Pb in water resurfaced as a concern in 2014 because of contamination of the Flint, Michigan, water supply when the source was changed. The new water supply corroded old Pb pipes, which released Pb into the drinking water. Similar to paint, Pb pipes were extensively promoted...)

..., to reduce the risk of dental caries and limit the intake of sugar calories. Soda or sof drinks, sports drinks, and punches provide many calories of scant nutrient value and should be avoided. Sample Questions Does your child drink water every day? How many ounces of milk does your child drink most days...)

... foods and beverages that are high in added sugars and saturated fat and low in nutrients. Does your child drink water every day? How many ounces of milk does she drink most days? Is it whole milk or lower fat milk? Do you give your child other dairy products like yogurt and cheese every day...)

....” Congratulate patient on positive behavior change Maintenance Patient/family sustaining behavior change by establishing habits and modifying the environment “I always drink water now.” Focus on new SMART goal Relapse Return to earlier stages/behaviors “I was stressed with school and started craving...)

... fruits and vegetables early and often makes it more likely he’ll eat them later. Babies and toddlers who drink fruit juice and other sugary drinks are more likely to have tooth decay and less likely to drink water as they grow older. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that babies...)

... for sleep once the feeding is complete. Make sure the baby is positioned so he squarely faces the breast and is well latched on, as described earlier. Use some relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or visual imagery. Listen to soothing music. Sip a nutritious drink, or drink water and have...)

... the recent contamination of drinking water in Flint, Michigan. The AAP’s lead exposure and lead poisoning initiative provides pediatricians with information about the effects of lead poisoning on children, resources they may distribute to families, and opportunities for advocacy. ( 24 ) In addition...)

... fruits and vegetables early and often makes it more likely he’ll eat them later. Babies and toddlers who drink fruit juice and other sugary drinks are more likely to have tooth decay and less likely to drink water as they grow older. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that babies...)

... beyond the perinatal period, following them throughout childhood and adolescence, highlighting the long-lasting effects of infection on overall health and well-being. Other than access to clean drinking water and proper sewage systems, immunization is the most effective biomedical intervention to reduce...)