Oral health status among preschool children with autism in Changchun, Jilin Province, China: A cross-sectional study.
Preschoolers with autism had lower cavity rates and fewer affected teeth than typically developing peers, despite showing poorer oral hygiene habits and less frequent dental visits; caregiver knowledge and attitudes differed between groups.
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Oral Health Management for PEG Fed Children
Oral health care for children fed entirely by PEG tube — a practical guide for Australian oral health therapists.
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