Oral health knowledge, attitude, and practices of parents of autistic children.
Parents of autistic children aged 5–15 showed good oral health knowledge and positive attitudes, but their actual practices fell short of expectations; factors like urban residence and higher maternal education were associated with better outcomes.
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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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