Early Childhood Caries (ECC)

Early Childhood Caries (ECC)

Dental caries is the most common chronic infectious disease of childhood, caused by the interaction of bacteria, mainly Streptococcus mutants, and sugary foods on tooth enamel. S. mutans can spread from mother to baby during infancy and can induce even pre-dentate infants. These bacteria break down sugars for energy, causing an acidic environment in the…