Oral Health Status And Oral Health Related Quality of Life in Children With Congenital Heart Disease-A Systematic Review And Meta-Analysis.
Children with congenital heart disease showed significantly worse oral health, including higher cavity rates and poor oral hygiene, plus reduced quality of life compared to healthy peers. They were nearly three times more likely to have inadequate brushing habits.
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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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