OBJECTIVES. Despite marked improvements over the past century, oral health in America
is a significant problem: caries is the most common chronic disease of childhood. Much oral …

To determine the efficacy of fluoride varnish (5% NaF, Duraphat ® , Colgate) added to
caregiver counseling to prevent early childhood caries, we conducted a two-year randomized, …

Objectives. To investigate the color and microhardness changes of five chemically- and five
light-curing composites as a function of accelerated aging from light exposure. Materials and …

INTRODUCTION: In this prospective study, we compared differences in the diagnosis and
treatment planning of impacted maxillary canines between 2 imaging modalities. METHODS: …

The cephalogram is the standard used by orthodontists to assess skeletal, dental, and soft
tissue relationships. This approach, however, is based on 2-dimensional (2D) views used to …

Aims To compare prevalences of self-reported temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders
(TM] MD)-type pain in the 2001 US National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) by age and …

OBJECTIVE: To test a classroom-based intervention to reduce cardiovascular disease risk
factors in elementary school children. STUDY DESIGN: This was a randomized, controlled …

Aims To compare prevalences of self-reported comorbid headaches, neck, back, and joint
pains in respondents with temporomandibular joint and muscle disorder (TMJMD)-type pain in …

This article discusses caries management by risk assessment for children age 0-5. Risk
assessment is the first step in a comprehensive protocol for infant oral care. The program …

This paper examines how age at immigration influences the association between adult
subjective social status and mental health outcomes. The age when people immigrate shapes …