Evaluating the Correlation between IQ and Behavior of 5-10-year-old Children in Dental Operatory: A Cross-sectional Study.
Researchers examined 180 children aged 5–10 years and found a statistically significant correlation between higher intelligence quotient scores and better cooperation during dental procedures, assessed using the Modified Frankl's behavior rating scale.
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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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