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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

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

Getting Older? Why Your Teeth and Gums Are Important for Good Health (Multimedia--pictures and sound)  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

One good thing about growing older in the 21st century is that we're more likely to keep our natural teeth as we age.... Details >

Healthy Roads Media   External Link

Plaque: What It Is and How to Get Rid of It

Also available in: Spanish 

People used to think that as you got older you naturally lost your teeth. We now know that's not true. By following easy steps for keeping your teeth and gums healthy, plus seeing your dentist regul... Details >

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Oral Health Information Clearinghouse

Seal Out Tooth Decay

Also available in: Spanish 

This brochure presents a general overview of dental sealants and how applying dental sealants to a child's permanent molars can prevent tooth decay. ... Details >

National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, National Oral Health Information Clearinghouse

Taking Care of Your Teeth and Mouth  External Link

Also available in: Spanish   External Link

No matter what your age, you need to take care of your teeth and mouth. When your mouth is healthy, you can easily eat the foods you need for good nutrition. Smiling, talking, and laughing with others... Details >

National Institute on Aging Information Center

The Use and Handling of Toothbrushes

Also available in: Spanish 

This fact sheet provides a wide range of information about the recommended toothbrush care.... Details >

Division of Oral Health, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

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