Does Being Overweight Cause Cavities in Kids' Baby Teeth?
Researchers in Brazil followed over 3,300 children from birth to age four to see if overweight or obese children got more cavities than children at a healthy …
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Why Some Kids Get Cavities More Than Others
Researchers wanted to understand why some young children get cavities while others don't, even with similar brushing habits. They studied 58 children total—24 …
Read MoreWhy Heavier Kids May Have Weaker Tooth Protection
Researchers studied 180 boys ages 6-8 to understand why weight and tooth decay might be connected. They found that boys with normal weight had higher levels of …
Read MoreMom's Vitamin D During Pregnancy May Help Baby's Teeth Stay Healthy
Researchers followed over 4,000 pregnant women and their children to see if the mother's vitamin D levels during pregnancy affected whether kids got cavities. …
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