Children with asthma tend to have a higher risk of cavities
August 1999
Children with asthma tend to have a higher risk of cavities.
Both asthma symptoms...and the meds used for treatment...can reduce saliva production and lower the pH in the mouth.
The resulting dry mouth and acidic pH can lead to tooth decay.
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