Learning objectives include:

– Understand fetal craniofacial development, pregnancy and oral health and the impacts of these on the oral care protocol for the pregnant patient 

 – Understand the anatomical and physiological features of the newborn and infant oral cavity and cranium and its development 

 – Identify the specific developmental milestones and changes associated with the oral cavity from birth to 4 years 

 – Identify tongue and lip tie in babies and children and understand current research in treatment protocols for this age group and when to refer 

 – Learn to screen babies and children under 4 years for breathing and airway problems 

 – Identify normal development in relation to feeding and oral habits and how to relay to parents information and anticipatory guidance in relation to these topics 

 – Learn an easy 4 pronged examination protocol to physically exam babies mouths from 4 months old