Aboriginal Australian Children Benefit from Early Childhood Caries Intervention at Age 9

Posted: September 9, 2025
Summary: A study in South Australia followed 448 pregnant Aboriginal women and their children to assess the effectiveness of an Early Childhood Caries (ECC) intervention. The intervention, starting during pregnancy and infancy, included dental care, fluoride varnish application, motivational interviewing, and anticipatory guidance. Results at age 9 showed a lower caries experience in the primary dentition for children in the immediate intervention group compared to the delayed group. Risk factors for caries severity included lower maternal education level, preterm birth, low birth weight, lack of breastfeeding, and high sugar consumption. Initiating caries intervention early may reduce dental caries in primary teeth by age 9, highlighting the importance of early prevention strategies and addressing modifiable risk factors like sugar consumption.

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