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Smoking, Sleeplessness Tough on Oral Health More Young Children Suffering From Tooth Decay U.S. Dentists 'Give Kids a (Free) Smile' This Friday

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Take Care of Your Teeth and Gums: Quick Guide to Healthy Living Teeth are meant to last a lifetime. Taking good care of your teeth now can help prevent problems as you grow older.... Details > National Health Information Center, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Oral Health in America: A Report of the Surgeon General (Executive Summary) Also available in: Spanish The major message of this Surgeon General's report is that oral health is essential to the general health and well-being of all Americans and can be achieved by all Americans.... Details > National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Oral Health Information Clearinghouse A Healthy Mouth for Your Baby Also available in: Spanish Milk, formula, juices, and other sweet drinks such as soda all have sugar in them. Sucking on a bottle filled with liquids that have sugar in them can cause tooth decay. This easy-to-read tip sheet pr... Details > National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Oral Health Information Clearinghouse Brush Up on Healthy Teeth Also available in: Spanish Every parent knows that a healthy smile is a sign of a happy child, and oral health experts agree that creating those healthy smiles begins in infancy. This page links to a set of pediatric oral healt... Details > Division of Oral Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion Dental Emergencies and Injuries   There are a number of simple precautions you can take to avoid accident and injury to your teeth. Accidents do happen, and knowing what to do when one occurs can mean the difference between saving and... Details > American Dental Association Diabetes: Dental Tips Also available in: Spanish If you have diabetes, make sure you take care of your mouth. People with diabetes are at risk for mouth infections, especially periodontal (gum) disease.... Details > National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Oral Health Information Clearinghouse Diet and Oral Health: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)   This page provides answers to frequently asked questions about diet and oral health. The page includes information on how the food you eat causes tooth decay, how to choose foods wisely. The page also... Details > American Dental Association Donated Dental Services - National Foundation of Dentistry for the Handicapped   This site provides a link for local services available in each state that offers, free, comprehensive dental care for elderly, disabled, and medically compromised adults.... Details > National Foundation of Dentistry for the Handicapped FAQs: National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center   This document provides answers to frequently asked questions about the National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center and informational requests concerning oral health issues. ... Details > National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center Find a Board Certified Endodontist    Use this searchable database to find a Board Certified Endodontist near you.... Details > American Association of Endodontists