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Pediatric Dentists’ Considerations Concerning Obesity-Related Education For Parents Of Young Children: Who Should Educate About What, How And When?, Arianne Swanson Dds, Ms, James R. Boynton Dds, Ms, Larry B. Salzmann Dds, Yu-Ju Yang Dds, Marita R. Inglehart Dipl. Psych., Dr. Phil., Dr. Phil. Habil

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

This study aimed to explore pediatric dentists' perspectives on obesity-related interventions for parents of young children. A web-based survey was administered to 210 American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry members. Findings revealed that respondents considered it important for various healthcare professionals, especially pediatricians and nurse practitioners, to engage in obesity-related parent education. Strong consensus existed on educating parents about the link between early childhood caries and diet, soft drink and fruit juice consumption, and healthy snacking. The study also found positive attitudes correlated with increased engagement in objective weight determination, data collection, and diet/nutrition counseling.

Silver Diamine Fluoride As A Caries Management Option For The Young Child, Giovana Anovazzi Medeiros Dds, Msc, Phd, Chia-En Tsai Dds, Ms, Nita Singh Dds, James R. Boynton Dds, Ms

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

Dental caries is among the most-common childhood diseases around the world, and neglected caries can result in pain, infection, and can have a negative cascading impact on a child’s overall well-being. Definitive care of these lesions involves restorative procedures and/or extractions, but these treatment options require some level of child cooperation, which can sometimes be a challenge with very young children.

Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a non-invasive treatment intended to arrest the caries process. SDF is a liquid solution that contains a high concentration of silver and fluoride ions and has been used as an alternative agent for treating …

J Mich Dent Assoc January 2024

The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association

Every month, The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association brings news, information, and features about Michigan dentistry to our state's oral health community and the MDA's 6,200+ members. No publication reaches more Michigan dentists!

The January issue sets the foundation for Children’s Dental Health Month in February, the reader will find the following original content:

• A cover commentary on Pediatric Dentistry
• A feature article on “Silver Diamine Fluoride as a Caries Management Option for the Young Child”.
• A feature on “Considerations Concerning Obesity-Related Education for Parents of Young Children”.
• Professional advice commentary on “Staying Focused on a Moving Target: Coping …

Dudley The Dragon (1974), American Dental Association, Custom Comics Inc.

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

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Dudley The Dragon (1974), American Dental Association, The Culver Company Inc.

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

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The Friendly Cub Scout Casper, His Den, And Their Dentist (1974), Harvey Famous Cartoons

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

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Casper The Friendly Ghost Presents Space-Age Dentistry (1972), Harvey Famous Cartoons

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

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Care Of Children's Teeth: Questions And Answers (1967), American Dental Association, American Society Of Dentistry For Children

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

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The Friendly Ghost Casper And The Friendly Dentist (1967), Harvey Famous Cartoons

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

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Attractive Teeth For Teen-Agers (1958), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

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Care Of Children's Teeth: Questions And Answers (1956), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

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Better Dental Health For Your Children By… (1956), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

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Attractive Teeth For Teen Agers (1956), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

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Care Of Children's Teeth: Questions And Answers (1954), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.

Attractive Teeth For Teen Agers (1954), American Dental Association

Patient Dental Health Education Brochures

No abstract provided.