Publications by authors named "Reginald Ajay Bernard"
Contemp Clin Dent
June 2015
Article Synopsis
- Oral habits like thumb sucking and nail biting can provide comfort but may introduce harmful bacteria, such as Enterobacteriaceae, into the mouth, leading to health issues.
- The study focused on 40 chronic nail biters, 40 chronic thumb suckers, and 20 control subjects (ages 8-15) to investigate the presence of these bacteria and their relation to plaque buildup.
- Results showed that nail biting was associated with higher plaque indices and a greater presence of Enterobacteria, suggesting the need for education on oral health risks linked to these habits.
