Vitamin D During Pregnancy Strengthens Babies' Teeth
According to a new study published in the journal Pediatrics, women with lower levels of vitamin D during pregnancy have been linked to a higher risk of cavities and decay in the teeth of their children. While teeth may not erupt in an infant's mouth for several months, the teeth themselves start to develop in the womb. Vitamin D is an important element in the development of tooth enamel.
This study supported and elaborated upon previous studies that found inadequate levels of vitamin D during pregnancy may affect the calcification of their children's teeth leading to poor-quality enamel development. Poor-quality enamel has been correlated with higher caries risk.
The authors of this study concluded that prenatal vitamin D is important in the development of infant's teeth. Additionally, vitamin D helps prevent brain and spinal cord abnormalities in the infant and enhances brain development. Vitamin D has benefits for the woman as well, promoting better bone density during and after pregnancy.
Source: http://www.drbicuspid.com/index.aspxsec=nws&sub=rad&pag=dis&ItemID=315593&wf=1844
R. Eric Emery, DDS
Morgan A. Emery, DDS
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