Dental enamel defects predict adolescent health indicators: A cohort study among the Tsimane ’ of Bolivia

ConclusionsDefective enamel formation in infancy and childhood predicted adolescent health outcomes and may be primarily associated with infection. Extent of enamel defects and stunted growth may be equally predictive of adverse adolescent health outcomes.

Source: American Journal of Human Biology - January 1, 2018 Category: Biology Authors: Erin E. Masterson, Annette L. Fitzpatrick, Daniel A. Enquobahrie, Lloyd A. Mancl, Dan T. A. Eisenberg, Esther Conde, Philippe P. Hujoel Tags: ORIGINAL RESEARCH ARTICLE Source Type: research