Aleitamento materno e sua importância na prevenção e promoção em saúde bucal

Abstract

This paper presents arguments on breastfeeding to oral and general health of the individual. The objective was to review the literature regarding the benefits of breastfeeding for baby and mother, emphasizing the contribution of breastfeeding to oral health and harmonious development of the face. Breastfeeding is recommended by WHO, exclusively until 6 months of age, and complementary to the 2 years of age as the baby food more suitable for reducing morbidity and mortality. Despite all the known benefits, the amount of breast fed children is not yet satisfactory. Several authors have been increasingly concerned in studying the association of breastfeeding and the acquisition of oral habits and malocclusion and vicious, although there are controversies importance in stimulating the growth of the face is well commented. Clearly the need to train health professionals to work breastfeeding as a strategy for health promotion in primary care units.