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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 … growth modification doesn't always last. Some teens and adults keep their new jaw structure and size. But others …
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… about surgery to remove the tonsils, not the adenoids. For children, a general anesthetic is always used. It makes the child sleep during the surgery. Adults may need only a local anesthetic to numb the throat. … Should My Child Have a Tonsillectomy? How Well It Works Children who have their tonsils removed for repeated throat …
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… how-to information in topics such as: Asthma in Teens and Adults . Asthma: Measuring Peak Flow . Asthma: Taking Charge … Asthma Diary Template Asthma During Pregnancy Asthma in Children Asthma in Children: Knowing How Bad an Attack Is Asthma in Older …
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… have some level of independence by the time they become adults. Different types of specialized therapies, … therapy and training include: Speech and language therapy. Children with Down syndrome usually learn to talk but do so later than other children. Typically, they understand speech (receptive …
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… or food. Lead can damage almost every organ system. In children, too much lead in the body can cause lasting … hearing, and learning and can slow the child's growth. In adults, lead poisoning can damage the brain and nervous … Canada, but it is still a health risk, especially for young children. What causes it? Lead poisoning is usually caused …
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… some of these infections include: Fetuses and infants Young children The elderly People with weakened immune systems … before preparing food, eating or smoking Make sure that children wash their hands right after touching animals. Many children have been infected by touching pets and then …
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… specific health needs. Warning Use of this medication by children younger than 3 years has caused serious (sometimes … the lining of the mouth and throat before certain medical/dental procedures (such as dental impressions). This numbing helps prevent the urge to …
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… is aggression? Everyone gets angry sometimes, even small children. But some children and teens have so much trouble controlling their … They may learn to be aggressive by being around angry adults and peers. Non-aggressive children often don't want …
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