Dentofacial Orthopedic Treatment vs. Adenotonsillectomy in Children with Mild to Moderate OSA and Mandibular Retrognathia: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Dentofacial orthopedic treatment and adenotonsillectomy reduced sleep apnea severity similarly in children with mild-to-moderate OSA and mandibular retrognathia, though only orthopedic treatment promoted mandibular growth.
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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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