Background This paper is a summary of the proceedings of the International Association of
Paediatric Dentistry Bangkok Conference on early childhood caries (ECC) held in 3‐4 …

Human oral cavity (mouth) hosts a complex microbiome consisting of bacteria, archaea,
protozoa, fungi and viruses. These bacteria are responsible for two common diseases of the …

Dental caries (decay) is an international public health challenge, especially amongst young
children. Early childhood caries (ECC) is a serious public health problem in both developing …

Early childhood caries (ECC) is a significant chronic disease of childhood and a rising public
health burden worldwide. ECC may cause a higher risk of new caries lesions in both primary …

Children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder are thought to be more vulnerable
to oral diseases than typically developing individuals due to cariogenic dietary habits, self …

Introduction: The purpose of the present paper is to provide step-by-step guidelines for
dental healthcare providers to manage dental caries based upon caries risk assessment …

Early childhood caries (ECC) is a serious problem that progresses rapidly and often goes
untreated. Current traumatic treatments may be replaced by safe and effective …

Oral health is essential in general health and well-being to maintain overall quality of life.
Pregnant women are more likely to develop gingivitis, an early stage of periodontal disease …

Objectives Early childhood caries is the most common chronic disease of children and a
worldwide health problem due to its high prevalence. Maintaining oral hygiene is the first …

Introduction: Caries risk assessment (CRA) is essential as the basis for successful
management of dental caries. Of the many published CRA tools, four well-known ones are …