Nursing caries, also known as early childhood caries, is a form of tooth decay that affects infants and toddlers. It is caused by the stagnation of milk on the surface of the teeth for prolonged ...

The combination of high levels of cariogenic bacteria, inadequate oral hygiene and unhealthy dietary habits creates the perfect environment for the development of early childhood caries. However, ...

Nursing caries, or early childhood caries, affects infants due to milk stagnating on teeth during feeding. Prevention involves cleaning teeth surfaces after each feed, using damp cloths ...

MCH/MHB Program Koochiching County Health Department February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and a time to remember that Early Childhood Dental Caries is the most common ...