Patient Education Tools
You know how rewarding it can be to give your patients the information they need about oral health issues. These articles, available in English, Spanish, Hmong, Chinese, Russian and Vietnamese, put that information at your fingertips.
Amalgam
Dental amalgam has been studied and reviewed extensively, and has
established a record of safety and effectiveness.
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Bad Breath
There are many reasons for bad breath. Mouth odor, also called
halitosis, is a common condition and sometimes a source of embarrassment.
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Cavities
Cavities are preventable and caused by certain types of bacteria (germs) that live in your mouth. Find out how to help prevent them.
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Cosmetic Dentistry
Is something keeping you from smiling? It could be that whatever
it is can be fixed easily and relatively painlessly.
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Dental Benefits/Insurance
Learn the difference between dental and medical care.
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Dental Implants
Dental implants offer a way to have artificial teeth that look
natural and feel secure.
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Dental Team
Learn who the members of the dental team are and what each member
is responsible for.
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Dental Tourism
“Medical tourism” refers to patients traveling abroad for the purpose of obtaining non-emergency health care. “Dental tourism” is a subset of “medical tourism,” and is growing in popularity as an alternative for patient care. A key concern is the consistency of the quality of care provided in other countries.
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Dentures
Replacing missing teeth benefits both your health and your
appearance.
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Dry Mouth
Xerostomia (zē′rō-stō′mē-ă) is the medical term for a dry mouth due to lack of saliva.
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Early Childhood Caries
It is now recognized that mothers, or main caregivers, are the
most common source of transmission of decay causing bacteria to their infants.
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Emergencies
Learn what to do now in case of a dental emergency later. There
are simple steps and urgent timeframes that need to be kept in order to heal
properly.
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Fluoride
Everyone can benefit from fluorides ability to help prevent
tooth decay. Learn the products that provide fluoride and why its good for
your teeth.
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General Anesthesia and Oral Sedation
Learn the definitions for the different types of analgesia and
sedation.
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Grills
“Grills,” “grillz,” or “fronts” are decorative covers often made of gold, silver, or jewel-encrusted precious metals that snap over one or more teeth.
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Grinding of Teeth
Its called bruxism; and if the daily grind is wearing on you,
you may find that you are more susceptible to it.
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Gum Disease
Learn what could be lurking beneath your gumline. A little
knowledge can keep you out of pain.
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Meth Mouth
"Meth mouth" is a name for advanced tooth decay related to heavy methamphetamine use.
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Mouth Guards
They aren't mandatory in all sports, but maybe they should be.
Losing is tough enough, be sure you don't lose a tooth!
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New Moms
Here are some answers to some of the most frequently asked dental
health questions relating to pregnancy, infants, toddlers and children.
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Nutrition
The food you eat directly affects your general health and your oral health.
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Oral Cancer
As with every form of cancer, prevention and early detection are
essential.
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Oral Health
A thorough oral examination can detect signs of nutritional
deficiencies as well as a number of systemic diseases, including infections,
immune disorders, injuries and some cancers.
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Orthodontics
Do you need braces? Learn how orthodontic problems are corrected.
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Patient Records
You are entitled to a copy of your patient records, according to
state law.
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Peer Review
If you are unhappy with the quality of the dental treatment you
receive, or you think you may have received treatment that was inappropriate,
you have some place to turn.
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy is a time to pay extra attention to your dental health.
Some research suggests that serious gum disease (periodontal disease) is linked
to premature birth and low birth weight.
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Preventive Care
Prevention is the key to keeping your teeth healthy and your
smile beautiful for a lifetime.
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Receding Gums
Receding gumline could be a sign of periodontal disease, the
culprit in 70 percent of tooth loss cases for those over 40 years old.
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Sealants
Sealants can be useful in cutting down formation of decay. An
application of sealants is a preventative measure to keep teeth healthy.
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Seniors
There are special considerations that need to be addressed as
people mature. This fact sheet explains what specific changes take place and
how treatment and preventive methods may need to change with time.
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Smokeless Tobacco
If you use smokeless tobacco, or have in the past, you should be
on the lookout for some early signs of oral cancer.
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Whitening
Learn why teeth discolor and if whitening can help.
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Wisdom Teeth
Learn what wisdom teeth are and why most people need them
removed.
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X-rays
X-rays assist the dentist in determining the presence and degree
of dental cavities, periodontal disease, abscesses and abnormal growths, such
as tumors or cysts. In addition, they show the location and condition of
impacted or unerupted teeth.
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Xylitol
Xylitol is a natural sweetener with decay-preventive qualities.
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