Tooth Decay – the Most Prevalent Childhood Disease
The most prevalent disease in children is tooth decay.
It is about five times more common than childhood asthma.
What an expectant mother eats affects tooth development in the fetus.
Deficiencies in calcium, vitamin D, vitamin A, protein and even calories, during the 14-week to four-month period of pregnancy, can cause oral defects. Children with dental problems are more likely to avoid nutritious foods that require chewing, such as fruits and vegetables. Some data also suggest a deficiency of vitamins B6 or B12 could increase the risk of cleft lip and cleft palate formation.
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