Early Childhood Caries (ECC) is a significant clinical and public health challenge that the world and the Singapore population are facing. This study seeks to test the effectiveness of technology-enabled anticipatory guidance and peer support in empowering parents to establish proper childcare practices and prevent ECC.
Mother is currently expecting or has an infant below 3 months of age
Biological mother of the child
Mother with internet access and a mobile device
Mother can communicate in English
Child with disqualifying medical condition (e.g., tube feeding, severe neuromuscular disability) that would limit oral dietary intake, at-home oral hygiene practices, or receipt of dental examinations
Child with serious congenital syndrome that is expected to adversely affect the development of primary teeth
Family plans to emigrate within 3 years