When discharging a 15-month-old pediatric client who had gastritis, a nurse tells the parents that dental caries result from the interaction between which of the following factors? Select all that apply.

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Dental caries result from the interaction between genetically susceptible teeth, bacteria present in the mouth, carbohydrates (sugars) in the diet, and time. These factors together contribute to the development of cavities. Inflammation is a result of the caries process, not a direct cause.

When Discharging a 15-Month-Old Pediatric Client Who Had Gastritis, a Nurse