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Focusing on the prevention and management of dental caries in very young children. The material underscores the shift in dental practice from treating cavities to managing caries as a preventable, infectious, and transmissible disease, advocating for early intervention and the establishment of a "dental home" by age one. It discusses various clinical and public health topics, including the social determinants of oral health, the challenges of caries-risk assessment, different treatment and restorative techniques, and the importance of fluoride application and family oral health education. Furthermore, the text addresses the need for coordinated care between dental and medical professionals, emphasizing the necessity of training and effective communication to improve children's overall health outcomes.
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