Salivary Lactate Dehydrogenase and Matrix Metalloproteinase-8 as Predictive Biomarkers in Early Childhood Caries: A Cross-sectional Study.
Researchers compared salivary lactate dehydrogenase and matrix metalloproteinase-8 levels between preschool children with and without early childhood caries, finding both biomarkers were significantly elevated in affected children.
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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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