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Attention, chocolate lovers: You may not be able to help yourselves. Swiss and British scientists have linked the widespread love of chocolate to a chemical "signature" that may be programmed into our metabolic systems.
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Teething
- Overview, Causes, & Risk Factors
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
Teething is part of normal growth and development and cannot be prevented. Some cases of abnormal tooth eruption can be prevented by a nutritious diet with adequate vitamin D.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Teething itself has no long-term effects. Teeth that fail to develop properly may interfere with nutrition and increase an individual's risk of gingivitis and periodontitis.
What are the risks to others?
Teething is not contagious and poses no risk to others.