I'm posting this info again for the person with questions about dental
caries:-)

There seems to be many conflicting opinions.  I've investigated this
issue thoroughly and several things pop into mind that may increase a
child's risk for dental caries.

absence of certain vitamins during mother's pregnancy
certain medications taken during mother's pregnancy
variations in enamel development
an infant's state of prematurity
family history of dental caries
certain strains of highly acid producing bacteria in child's mouth

There is an excellent article written from a pediatric dentist's
perspective in LLLI's NEW BEGINNINGS, Jan-Feb. 1997 pages 10-12.

Lots of treatment options/preventative measures are given, ranging from
suggestions for mothers with a history of extensive dental caries to
avoid sharing spoons with her child because of possible transfer of
"bad" bacteria--to suggestions on how to manage oral flora.

Parents are also urge to brush their child's teeth 3 -4 times aily and
investigate appropriate fluoride options.  I highly recommend this
article.

Heidi S. Roibal
where the entire state experienced a black-out for about 3 hours Sat.
night.  Thank goodness breastfeeding doesn't require electricity!

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