The parents of 1-year-old girl, both of whom have perfect teeth, are concerned that their daughter might get dental caries. Which is the best advice the nurse can provide?
A) Allow the girl to eat only at meal and snack times.
B) Take the child to a dentist for a check-up.
C) Reduce carbohydrates in the child's diet.
D) Do not use fluoride toothpaste.
A
Response:
Telling the parents to limit eating to meal and snack times is the best advice. This reduces the amount of exposure the child's teeth have to food. Urging them to take the child to see a dentist is sound advice but doesn't suggest actions they can take now to prevent caries. Carbohydrates react with oral bacteria to cause caries, but dietary intake should not be reduced. Avoiding fluoride toothpaste may help prevent fluorosis.
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