NEW YORK (Reuters Health)- Breastfeeding is credited with a long list of benefits, but one downside of extended and intensive breastfeeding may be a higher risk of cavities in baby's first teeth, according to a new study. (articles.chicagotribune.com)
The benefits of breastfeeding are numerous and outweigh the possible risk of cavities. (crunchymamadentist.com)
The potential risks of cavities and obesity in part prompted the updated guidelines. (sciencenews.org)