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… of the first phase of two-stage orthodontic treatment of children with malocclusion (poor bite). Growth modification … when bones are still growing. It is most effective during children's growth spurts. Orthodontists use growth … how much growth is needed to correct the malocclusion. Many children who start growth modification in second or third …
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… have a positive effect on what seem to be symptoms of ADHD. Children without ADHD respond to psychostimulants similarly to children with ADHD. A trial of medicine is not used to … ADHD is estimated to affect about 3% to 10% of children. footnote 1 There is little evidence to support …
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… Keep your family safe by following these safety tips. Teach children that only grown-ups use fire. Keep lighters and matches out of children's reach. Use at least one smoke alarm on every … lit candles. Always monitor their use. Keep them out of children's rooms. Use flashlights rather than candles if …
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… for bedwetting. footnote 1 They work best for older children who can hear the alarm and wake themselves. If … be used with other treatments. The alarms aren't meant for children who wet the bed only once or twice a week. footnote … may need to help the child with all of the above steps. Children younger than 10 may not hear the alarm, but the …
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… do his or her normal activities. It may affect up to 30% of children ages 4 to 12. Symptoms of RAP are different for … weight. A physical cause is found in less than 10% of children diagnosed with RAP. The physical examination and … spicy foods or dairy foods, may trigger an episode in some children. Your child should not eat any foods that cause …
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… typical toddler of this age also: Enjoys playing near other children (parallel play). However, your toddler is probably not yet able to play with other children (co-operative play) Has trouble sharing. Says "no" … Provide your toddler with opportunities to play with other children, but keep it on a one-to-one basis. You can also …
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… Mild and temporary speech delays can occur. And some children learn new words faster than others do. But if your … result of normal developmental differences. Laziness. Young children instinctively practice speech and language as these … fear, or other problems. Having older siblings. Younger children may begin to talk slightly later than their older …
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… remember: Safety latches might make it more difficult for children to open cupboards, but they don’t make it impossible Some children may be able to open child resistant caps if they … coins, small mints and medications that can harm young children. Keep purses up high and out of reach. More tips …
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… The groin area needs careful cleaning to prevent rashes and infections. Rashes are most likely to form in moist areas … health problems, such as diabetes, may be at extra risk for infections because of a weakened ability to fight infections. To help prevent rashes: Change protective …
