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What age is recommended for establishing a dental home for children according to the AAPD?
What age is recommended for establishing a dental home for children according to the AAPD?
Which of the following beverages is cautioned against for children under age 5?
Which of the following beverages is cautioned against for children under age 5?
What is considered the preferred beverage for children ages 1-5 when consumed outside of meals?
What is considered the preferred beverage for children ages 1-5 when consumed outside of meals?
What dietary component is emphasized for optimal growth and minimizing chronic diseases?
What dietary component is emphasized for optimal growth and minimizing chronic diseases?
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Which of the following is not recommended as a beverage for children under age 5?
Which of the following is not recommended as a beverage for children under age 5?
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What is a consequence of early dietary habits and food preferences in childhood?
What is a consequence of early dietary habits and food preferences in childhood?
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What does AAPD suggest about plant-based or non-dairy milks for children?
What does AAPD suggest about plant-based or non-dairy milks for children?
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What type of milk is recommended for children with specific dietary needs like allergies?
What type of milk is recommended for children with specific dietary needs like allergies?
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Study Notes
Dental Home
- The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends establishing a dental home for children by 12 months of age.
- A dental home provides anticipatory guidance, preventive care, acute care, and comprehensive oral health services.
Purpose of Dietary Counseling
- The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) promotes a well-balanced, low caries risk, and nutrient-dense diet for infants, children, adolescents, and individuals with special health care needs.
- A healthy and well-balanced diet is essential for optimal growth and development.
- A healthy diet minimizes the risk for chronic diet-related diseases.
Anticipatory Guidance
- Dietary discussions should be a component of every dental check-up.
- Early dietary habits and food preferences influence a child's oral health and overall well-being.
Healthy Beverage Consumption in Early Childhood (Under 5)
- Recommended beverages include breast milk, infant formula, water, and plain milk.
- Fluoridated water should be introduced at six months of age.
- Fluoridated water is encouraged for children aged 1-5 when consumed outside of meals or snacks.
Unhealthy Beverage Consumption in Early Childhood (Under 5)
- Beverages with added sugars, including flavored milks, are not recommended under the age of five.
- Beverages with low-calorie sweeteners (LCS) are discouraged in children under the age of five.
- Plant-based or non-dairy milks provide no unique nutritional value.
- Unsweetened plant-based milk may be used if medically indicated (e.g., allergy or intolerance to cow's milk) or to meet specific dietary preferences (e.g., vegan).
American Heart Association
- The American Heart Association provides dietary recommendations for children.
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Explore the importance of establishing a dental home for children and the role of dietary counseling in preventing oral health issues. This quiz covers anticipatory guidance and the recommendations for healthy beverage consumption in early childhood, emphasizing the impact of diet on overall development.
