Dental Websites and Resources

It's important to take care of your mouth and teeth starting in childhood. If you don't, you could have problems with your teeth and gums - like cavities or even tooth loss.

Use the following links to find answers to your dental related questions and / or concerns

Dental Basics

Access to Dental Care - American Dental Association
Care of Teeth - Nat'l Center for Farm worker Health (also in Spanish)
Dental Anxiety - American Dental Association
Dental Emergencies and Injuries - American Dental Association
Don't Try This at Home! Over-the-counter Dental Instruments May Do More Harm Than Good - Academy of General Dentistry
Emblem/Insignia of Dentistry - American Dental Association
Finding a Dentist - NOAH
Gum: Is it Good for Your Teeth? - Mayo Clinic
Healthy Mouths - Texas Department of State Health Services
How to Choose a Dentist - Academy of General Dentistry
Oral Health: Tips for Proper Dental Care - Mayo Clinic
Preventive Care - California Dental Association (also in Chinese, Hmong, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese)
A Visit to the Dentist - Nova Scotia Dental Association
Xylitol: The Decay-Preventive Sweetener - California Dental Association (also in Chinese, Hmong, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese)
You and Your Dentist: Frequently Asked Questions - American Dental Association
Your Oral Health and Overall Health - American Dental Association

Dental Glossaries - Dental Terminology Resources

Dentistry Definitions - ADA.org
Glossary - Cigna
Orthodontic Glossary - American Association of Orthodontists
Atlas of the Teeth - AMA.org
Dental Anatomy - British Dental Association
Mouth and Teeth - Nemours Foundation (also in Spanish)
Slide Show: Behind Your Smile - Mayo Clinic
Tooth Anatomy - NC Dept. of Health & Human Services
What Are Wisdom Teeth? - Academy of General Dentistry

Brushing and Flossing

Choosing Dental Care Products - Cleveland Clinic
Cleaning Your Teeth and Gums (Oral Hygiene) - American Dental Association
Is Your Family Sharing too Much? - Academy of General Dentistry
Tooth Decay (Cavities/Caries) - American Dental Association
Toothpaste: Putting the Squeeze on Dentifrice. Why is Brushing with Toothpaste Important? - Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
The Use and Handling of Toothbrushes - CDC (also in Spanish)

Brushing

Brush Basics - Nova Scotia Dental Association
Don't Rush the Brush-Brush to the Beat! - Academy of General Dentistry
Electric Toothbrush: Better Than a Regular Toothbrush? - Mayo Clinic
FDA Advises Consumers to Avoid Toothpaste From China Containing Harmful Chemical - FDA
How Do I Choose And Use A Toothbrush? - Academy of General Dentistry
Ordinary vs. Powered Toothbrushes - WebMD
Proper Brushing - American Dental Hygienists Association (ADHA)
What's the Best Way to Brush? - Nova Scotia Dental Association
Why is Brushing With Toothpaste Important? - Academy of General Dentistry

Flossing

Can't Floss Regularly? Once A Day Keeps Tartar Away! - Academy of General Dentistry
Floss is the Boss - Nova Scotia Dental Association
How to Use Dental Floss - Texas Department of State Health Services
Proper Flossing - American Dental Hygienists' Association
Should I Floss? - Academy of General Dentistry

Fluoride & Rinses

Benefits of Water Fluoridation - CDC
Fluoride - California Dental Association (also in Chinese, Hmong, Russian, Spanish)
Fluoride: How Does it Work? - Nova Scotia Dental Association
Fluoride and Fluoridation Issues - American Dental Association
How Does Fluoride Work? - Nemours Foundation
Fluoride and Water - Nemours Foundation
Frequently Asked Questions - CDC
Mouth Rinses - Academy of General Dentistry
My Water's Fluoride - CDC
Water Fluoridation: Nature's Way to Prevent Tooth Decay - CDC

Dental Insurance

Benefits/Insurance: Frequently Asked Questions - American Dental Association
Dental Insurance: How Can I Finance My Dental Care? - American Association of Orthodontists
Dental Insurance: Managed Care - American Association of Orthodontists
Frequently Asked Dental Insurance Questions - American Association of Endodontists
Insurance - American Dental Association
Insurance: Avoid Painful Dental Bills With Insurance - American Dental Association
Insurance: Direct Reimbursement - American Dental Association
Insurance: Medicare and Medicaid - American Dental Association
Managed Dental Care Plans - American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD)

Dentists and Dental Health Professionals

Choosing a Dental Office - American Dental Hygienists' Association
Choosing a Dentist - Academy of General Dentistry
Dental Team: Know Before You Go: A Patient's Guide to the Dental Office - California Dental Association (also in Chinese, Hmong, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese)
Dental Visit Tips - Academy of General Dentistry
Do You Need a Prosthodontist? - American College of Prosthodontists
General Dentists - Academy of General Dentistry
How Do You Communicate With Your Dentist? - Academy of General Dentistry
How to Choose a Dentist - Academy of General Dentistry
Huh? What? Speak Up During Your Next Dental Visit - Academy of General Dentistry
The Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon - American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Pediatric Dentistry - Academy of General Dentistry
Tips for Choosing a Dentist - American Dental Association
Visiting the Dental Hygienist - American Dental Hygienists' Association
What is the Difference Between a DDS and a DMD - American Dental Association
What is a General Dentist? - Academy of General Dentistry
Who is a Prosthodontist - American College of Prosthodontists

Find a Dental Professional

Find a Dentist - American Dental Association
Find a Dentist - Academy of General Dentistry
Find an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon - American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
Find a Pediatric Dentist - American Academy of Pediatric Dentristry
Find a Periodontist - American Academy of Periodontology
Find a Prosthodontist - American College of Prosthodontists
Orthodontist Locator - American Association of Orthodontists

Organizations

Children and Dental Care

Animations American Dental Association
Baby's First Teeth American Dental Association
Dental Care For Your Child North Dakota Health Department
Five Steps to a Healthy Smile Nova Scotia Dental Association>
Making Your Child's Dental Visit a Good Experience North Dakota Health Department
New Moms: Information for Moms and Moms-to-Be California Dental Association (also in Chinese, Hmong, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese)
Tooth Eruption Charts American Dental Association
Tooth Growth and Development Nova Scotia Dental Association
Want Some Life Saving Advice? Ask Your Dental Hygienist About Proper Oral Health Care for Children American Dental Hygienist Association
When Should My Child First See a Dentist? Academy of General Dentistry
When Will My Teeth Fall Out? San Diego County Office of Education