The oral cavity of the newborn presents alterations that are sometimes difficult to detect by the obstetrician or pediatrician. Some of the abnormalities may go away but others need professional evaluation and treatment.
Professionals who are related to the health of the newborn must know the characteristics of the oral cavity to determine and diagnose any type of alteration that may occur.
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We share the causes, characteristics, diagnosis, consequences and treatment of the different alterations that affect the cavity of the infant.
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