Assessment of Pulpal Oxygen Saturation in Healthy and Diseased Primary Teeth Using a Customized Pulse Oximeter Holder in Children Aged Four to Nine Years: A Cross-Sectional Study.
Researchers measured oxygen saturation levels in healthy and diseased primary teeth from 271 children using a custom pulse oximeter holder, finding oxygen levels varied by tooth type and significantly decreased as pulpal disease progressed, suggesting pulse oximetry may complement conventional vitality tests in pediatric dentistry.
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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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