Breast Milk Feeding and the Middle Ear Microbiome of Children With Cleft Palate.
Researchers compared middle ear and nasopharyngeal bacteria in infants with and without cleft palate, examining how breastfeeding affected microbial composition. Breastfeeding and cleft palate were each associated with distinct differences in bacterial populations in these sites.
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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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