American Academy of Pediatrics Updates Children’s Oral Health Recommendations

lad3 January 10, 2023

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has updated their recommendations on maintaining and improving children’s oral health. The AAP advises that children drink only water between meals, preferably fluoridated tap water, and avoid juice intake before age 1. Fluoride is also critically important to prevent dental caries, especially for those who do not have early or consistent ongoing dental care.

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