Aiming to place a big smile on the face of America’s youngsters the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has issued a fresh update to its pediatric dental guidelines. Targeting kids 5 and under the Task Force now recommends that primary care doctors expose all infants and children to a fluoride varnish upon appearance of their very first tooth.

For safety such a highly concentrated form of fluoride is typically applied solely in a healthcare setting. However in the journal Pediatrics, the Task Force said that insufficient data left it unable to conclude whether or not regular visits to an actual dentist would be of real benefit to the pre-school set. But given that cavities are found in more than 40% of kids between 2 and 11

Copyright © 2024 HealthDay. All rights reserved.

Breastfeeding Benefit for Mom

Breastfeeding for more than 6 months may protect you from breast cancer, regardless of family history.

Concussion Recovery

Are athletes who suffer concussions being cleared to return to action too early?

Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder

Toddlers who engage in repetitive behaviors may face a high risk for autism new research indicates.