Interprofessional Collaboration in Anticipatory Guidance for the Prevention of ECC

Savitha Sathyaprasad, Annie Elizabeth Abraham, Aravind A

Abstract: To ensure that young children receive thorough care and education to maintain good oral health, interprofessional teamwork in anticipatory advice for ECC prevention is essential. If ECC is not treated in a timely manner, it can have long-term implications on a child's dental health and is also referred to as baby bottle teeth decay or cavities in young children. Clear communication, common goals, and a coordinated strategy are necessary for interprofessional collaboration to effectively address ECC prevention. To avoid ECC and encourage early intervention and education for parents and carers, it is crucial that all professionals involved in the care of young children are aware of their individual responsibilities and collaborate in this effort.

Keywords: Interprofessional collaboration, Anticipatory guidance, ECC, early childhood caries