Dental Care
Dental care covers the management of oral health, including your teeth, gums and mouth. Explore these resources on dental care to keep your smile bright.
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Causes
Learn about underlying causes behind conditions and health concerns related to dental health.
Definition
Read up on basic terms, procedures, conditions, and clinical definitions within dental care.
Diagnosis
Read up on the various tests and procedures for diagnosing conditions related to the health of teeth, gums, and mouth.
Management
Resources around managing your dental health, or managing health concerns related to dental care.
Prevention
Maintaining dental health can be accomplished with proper dental hygiene and preventative dental care.
Symptoms
Educational content and resources for understanding symptoms that may be related to your dental health.
Treatment
Read up on the various treatment options within dental care, for healthy teeth, gums, and mouth.
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Treatment
Wisdom Teeth Extraction
Wisdom teeth often first appear in young adults between the ages of 17 to 21. They are also called third molars. Because most mouths are too small for 4 more teeth, wisdom teeth often need to be removed.
Definition
Anatomy and Development of the Mouth and Teeth
Teeth start developing in the unborn baby. Good nutrition from the mother during pregnancy is important in tooth development.
Common dental concerns
Brush up on oral health
Test your knowledge and learn more about dental care.
Senior Oral Health Quiz
It's especially important to have good dental health as an older adult. Find out how much you know about teeth with this quiz.
Take the quizHealthy Teeth Quiz
Give this quick quiz a try to see just how much you know about keeping your teeth their brightest, whitest, and healthiest.
Take the quizBruxism Quiz
Are you clenching your teeth and don't even know it? Find out about bruxism (teeth clenching or grinding) with this quiz.
Take the quizPreventive dental care
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Management
Your Mouth: Keeping It Healthy
Take control now to keep your mouth healthy. Here are benefits to good oral health and questions to consider before your dental visits.
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Definition
Anatomy and Development of the Mouth and Teeth
Children's teeth begin developing in the fetus. Good nutrition from the mother during pregnancy is important in the development of the teeth.
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Prevention
Dental Sealants
Read on for detailed information on dental sealants, and why they are so effective.
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Definition
Dental Health for Children: Overview
Generally, dental exams and cleanings are recommended every 6 months for children. Encourage good oral hygiene at home by helping your child brush their own teeth.
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Prevention
For Older Adults: Don’t Brush Off Dental Care
Older adults may have dental concerns that can't be fully taken care of with just brushing and flossing. Here's what you should know.
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Prevention
Brushing and Toothpaste for Children
Read on to learn how to help your child care for their teeth correctly, from the type of toothbrush and toothpaste to use, to tips on how to brush their teeth.
