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  • Title: Utilization of dental services and preventive oral health behaviors among preschool-aged children from Delaware.
    Author: Stewart DC, Ortega AN, Alos V, Martin B, Dowshen SA, Katz SH.
    Journal: Pediatr Dent; 1999; 21(7):403-7. PubMed ID: 10633511.
    Abstract:
    PURPOSE: This study evaluated factors associated with age-appropriate dental care utilization and preventive behaviors among preschool-aged children in Delaware. METHODS: In June 1994, child health questionnaires were mailed to a simple random sample of 1,005 Delaware caregivers whose children were ages 6 to 36 months. RESULTS: Only 12% of children > or = 12 months old had been to the dentist. Child's race, maternal education, maternal age, dental insurance, having a regular place for medical care, receiving information on tooth care from medical personnel, and family income were not associated with having a dental visit. CONCLUSIONS: Improving information provided to caregivers and health professionals on appropriate timing of dental services and preventive dentistry is recommended to enhance oral health for preschool-aged children.
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