Dental Care for Children
| Definition: |
The giving of attention to the special dental needs of children, including the prevention of tooth diseases and instruction in dental hygiene and dental health. The dental care may include the services provided by dental specialists. |
| Notes: |
= professional care by a professional; do not confuse with PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY, the specialty; check tag CHILD; DF: DENT CARE CHILDREN |
| Previously Indexed: |
Pediatric Dentistry (1966-1995) |
Dental Care for Children Definitions and Terms
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