baby bottle decay
Nursing-related tooth damage
Baby bottle decay is tooth decay in infants and toddlers caused by prolonged exposure to sugary liquids—formula, milk, or juice—typically from falling asleep with a bottle.
The sugars feed bacteria that erode tooth enamel, often affecting the upper front teeth first.
Also called nursing bottle caries or early childhood caries.
- cavitiesHollow spaces within
- nursingMedical caretaking profession
- formulaFixed method or notation
- sippy cupLidded toddler drinking vessel
- infantVery young child
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