title: The role of the pediatrician in oral health care.
abstract: Many of the dental problems of childhood can be prevented if the physician recognizes and encourages good preventive habits, treats when indicated, and refers appropriately. With sound knowledge of health and disease of the oral and dental structures, the physician can enhance the chances of children growing up under optimal medical and dental conditions.
authors.affiliation: Department of Pediatric Dentistry, Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, Dental School, University of Maryland, Baltimore.
authors.forename: R G
authors.initials: RG
authors.lastname: Abrams
authors.forename: S D
authors.initials: SD
authors.lastname: Josell
mesh_terms: D002648:Child; D003695:Delivery of Health Care; D004502:Education, Medical, Continuing; D005194:Family Practice / Q000193:education; D006801:Humans; D009909:Oral Health; D010372:Pediatrics / Q000193:education; D011313:Preventive Dentistry / Q000193:education