Home Delivery of Water for Caries Prevention in Latinx Children ("Sediento por una Sonrisa," Thirsty for a Smile): Protocol for a Single-Arm Feasibility Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Dental caries has significant public health implications afflicting young children. In addition to low social economic status, the most prominent risk factor for early childhood caries is sugar in the diet, particularly sugar-sweetened beverages. Dental treatment for caries in young children is commonly performed under general anesthesia and a significant proportion of children require repeated treatment. Interventions to reduce sugar-sweetened beverage consumption could lead to reduced rates of retreatment for dental caries in young children.

Objective

This protocol describes the rationale, design, and methods of the "Thirsty for a Smile" feasibility study. The aim of the study is to assess the feasibility, acceptability, and appropriateness of a dietary interven

SUBMITTER: Cunha-Cruz J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9055491 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature