Adult Oral Health |
| | This brochure shows how to brush and floss. Available only on the web.
Also available in Spanish. | Available Only on the Web |
Burning Mouth |
| | This patient fact sheet discusses the signs and symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment of burning mouth syndrome. It also offers helpful tips for easing the pain associated with this condition. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
Children's Oral Health |
| | This easy-to-read brochure is for parents of infants or toddlers. It explains why baby teeth are important, gives tips on how to prevent early childhood tooth decay, and promotes the age 1 dental visit. Also available in Spanish. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This easy-to-read brochure is for parents of infants or toddlers. It explains why baby teeth are important, gives tips on how to prevent early childhood tooth decay, and promotes the age 1 dental visit. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This brochure is for parents of children ages 6-14. It explains what sealants are and why they're important for protecting teeth from decay. It also has a step-by-step description (with pictures) of how sealants are applied to teeth. Also available in Spanish. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | For use with students in grades 1 and 2, this curriculum supplement focuses on oral health and the science of the oral environment. Includes educational videos and games (in English and Spanish). | Limit 1 copy | |
| | This booklet is part of Milk Matters, a nationwide campaign dedicated to increasing calcium consumption among America's children and teens. The coloring book is for children ages 4-8. To order materials, call 1-800-370-2943. | Available Only on the Web |
Developmental Disabilities |
| | Practical Oral Care for People With Developmental Disabilities: Dental Provider's KitThis folder contains a single copy of each publication in the Practical Oral Care series. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | This fact sheet presents an overview of the Practical Oral Care series. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | This booklet is the resource for a free 2-hour continuing education activity for dental professionals. Topics include the health challenges and oral health problems common in people with developmental disabilities and strategies for oral care in the general practice setting. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This 25-question test, when successfully completed by dental professionals, awards 2 hours of continuing education credit. The test is based on the resource booklet and is available through June 30, 2014. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This booklet for caregivers details the important role they play at home in maintaining good oral health for their family member or client with special needs. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This booklet for dental professionals presents an overview of health challenges in people with autism and offers strategies for providing oral care in the general practice setting. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | This booklet for dental professionals presents an overview of health challenges in people with cerebral palsy and offers strategies for providing oral care in the general practice setting. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This booklet for dental professionals presents an overview of health challenges in people with Down syndrome and offers strategies for providing oral care in the general practice setting. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | This booklet for dental professionals presents an overview of health challenges in people with mental retardation and offers strategies for providing oral care in the general practice setting. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | This booklet provides general guidance on completing a safe wheelchair transfer in the dental setting. | Limit 50 copies | |
Diabetes and Oral Health |
| | This bilingual (Spanish and English) patient fact sheet describes the warning signals of oral health problems, as well as practical information on preventing the periodontal complications of diabetes. Also available in Spanish. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This easy-to-read booklet teaches people how diabetes can damage teeth and gums and how this damage can be prevented. Focuses on proper dental care and frequent dental visits. Part of a series on preventing diabetes problems. Also available in Spanish. | Limit 50 copies | |
Dry Mouth |
| | This patient brochure discusses the causes of dry mouth, the importance of saliva to oral health, and steps to follow to relieve dryness. Also available in Spanish. | Limit 50 copies | |
HIV/AIDS |
| | This brochure for patients explains the most common oral problems linked to HIV and shows what they look like. It also describes where in the mouth they occur and how they are treated. Available only on the web. Also available in Spanish. | Available Only on the Web |
Low-Cost Dental Care |
| | This fact sheet suggests various local, state, and federal sources of low-cost dental care. Information on accessing treatment through clinical trials and dental schools is also provided. Also available in Spanish. | Limit 50 copies | |
Oral Cancer |
| | This poster provides an illustrated guide to a comprehensive exam for oral cancer. Full-color photographs depict each stage of the examination, while accompanying text explains each step. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This patient education pamphlet describes risk factors, signs and symptoms of oral cancer, and the importance of detecting the disease in its early stages. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | This card describes the steps of an oral cancer examination so patients know what to expect. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | Part of the "Oral Cancer: What African American Men Need to Know" series, this booklet is aimed at raising African American men's awareness of their risk for oral cancer and the importance of detecting the disease early. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | A companion to "Are You at Risk for Oral Cancer? What African American Men Need to Know," this card describes the steps of an oral cancer examination. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This 8.5x11 poster is designed to raise African American men's awareness of their risk for oral cancer and the importance of early detection. Part of the "Oral Cancer: What African American Men Need to Know" series. | Limit 10 copies | |
| | This 17x22 poster is part of the "Oral Cancer: What African American Men Need to Know" series. | Limit 10 copies | |
| | Part of the "Oral Cancer: What African American Men Need to Know" series, this fact sheet highlights oral cancer's risk factors and signs and symptoms, and the importance of the oral cancer exam. Also includes a list of additional reading. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | This booklet is for people who have been diagnosed with oral cancer. It includes information on symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of oral cancer, along with definitions of selected medical terms and resource information. | Limit 10 copies | |
Oral Complications of Cancer Treatment - for Health Professionals |
| | This guide for the oncology professional provides quick reference for preventing and managing oral complications before, during, and after cancer treatment. Includes steps specific to chemotherapy, radiation treatment, and blood and marrow transplantation. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This guide for the oral health professional provides quick reference for treating patients before, during, and after cancer treatment. It includes questions to ask the patient's oncology team before cancer treatment begins. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This fact sheet for oncology professionals discusses the importance of dental treatment before a patient's cancer treatment and steps to prevent and manage oral complications. It includes management strategies specific to chemotherapy, radiation treatment, and bone marrow transplantation. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This fact sheet for oral health professionals discusses preventing and managing complications common to a patient's cancer treatment. Also included is the role of dental professionals before, during, and after treatment. | Limit 50 copies | |
Oral Complications of Cancer Treatment - for Patients |
| | This patient brochure discusses how radiation affects the mouth and the importance of seeing a dentist before, during, and after cancer treatment. Also included are self-care tips for patients to keep their mouth healthy during treatment. Also available in Spanish. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This patient brochure discusses how chemotherapy affects the mouth and the importance of seeing a dentist before, during, and after treatment. Also included are self-care tips for patients to keep their mouth healthy during treatment. Also available in Spanish. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | This patient pamphlet discusses reasons to see a dentist before cancer treatment, how to protect the mouth during treatment, and advice on when to call the cancer care team about mouth problems. Self-care tips are also provided. Also available in Spanish. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | This illustrated booklet is based on "Three Good Reasons to See a Dentist BEFORE Cancer Treatment" (OCCT-8), and is appropriate for adults with reading skills at the 2nd grade level or below. | Limit 25 copies | |
Organ Transplantation |
| | This fact sheet for dental professionals presents the challenges in treating pre- and post-transplant patients and offers strategies for providing care. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | This patient fact sheet discusses how transplantation and anti-rejection medications affect oral health and the steps to take before and after transplantation to keep the mouth healthy. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
Periodontal (Gum) Disease |
| | This brochure is for people with gum disease. It discusses the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options. Also available in Spanish. | Limit 50 copies | |
Smokeless Tobacco |
| | This booklet is designed specifically for young men who have decided to quit using smokeless tobacco or who are thinking about quitting. It includes reasons to quit, addresses myths about smokeless tobacco, and helps the reader develop a plan for quitting. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | A poster with an attention-getting picture of a fatal oral cancer. Available only on the web. | Available Only on the Web |
Spanish-Language Publications |
| | The Spanish version of "A Healthy Mouth for Your Baby." This easy-to-read brochure is for parents of infants or toddlers. It explains why baby teeth are important, gives tips on how to prevent early childhood tooth decay, and promotes the age 1 dental visit. Also available in English. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | The Spanish version of "Seal Out Tooth Decay." This brochure explains what sealants are and why they're important for protecting teeth from decay. It also has a step-by-step description (with pictures) of how sealants are applied to teeth. An introduction section lists other things you can do to keep your children's teeth healthy. Also available in English. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | The Spanish version of "Periodontal (Gum) Disease." This brochure is for people with gum disease. It discusses the causes, diagnosis, and treatment options. Also available in English. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | The Spanish version of "Plaque: What it is and how to get rid of it. " This brochure shows how to brush and floss. Available only on the web. Also available in English. | Available Only on the Web |
| | The Spanish version of "Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)." This brochure discusses the causes of dry mouth, the importance of saliva to oral health, and steps to follow to relieve dryness. Also available in English. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | The Spanish version of "Diabetes: Dental Tips." This concise patient handout describes warning signals of oral health problems, as well as practical information on preventing the periodontal complications of diabetes. Also available in English. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | The Spanish version of "Prevent diabetes problems: Keep your mouth healthy." This easy-to-read booklet teaches people how diabetes can damage teeth and gums and how this damage can be prevented. Focuses on proper dental care and frequent dental visits. Part of a series on preventing diabetes problems. Also available in English. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | The Spanish version of "Mouth Problems + HIV." This brochure for patients explains the most common oral problems linked to HIV and shows what they look like. It also describes where in the mouth they occur and how they are treated. Available only on the web.
Also available in English. | Available Only on the Web |
| | The Spanish version of "Chemotherapy and Your Mouth." This patient brochure discusses how chemotherapy affects the mouth and the importance of seeing a dentist before, during, and after treatment. Also included are self-care tips for patients to keep their mouth healthy during treatment. Also available in English. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
| | The Spanish version of "Head and Neck Radiation Treatment and Your Mouth." This patient brochure discusses how radiation affects the mouth and the importance of seeing a dentist before, during, and after cancer treatment. Also included are self-care tips for patients to keep their mouth healthy during treatment. Also available in English. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | The Spanish version of "Three Good Reasons to See a Dentist BEFORE Cancer Treatment". This patient pamphlet discusses reasons to see a dentist before cancer treatment, how to protect the mouth during treatment, and advice on when to call the cancer care team about mouth problems. Self-care tips are also provided. Also available in English. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | The Spanish version of “Finding Low-Cost Dental Care.” This fact sheet suggests various local, state, and federal sources of low-cost dental care. Information on accessing treatment through clinical trials and dental schools is also provided. Limit 50 copies. Also available in English. | Limit 50 copies | |
| | Este libro para colorear es parte de la campaña ¡Salud! con leche,una campaña nacional dedicada a incrementar el consumo de calcio por los niños y adolescentes en los Estados Unidos. Este libro para colorear es para niños de 4 a 8 años de edad. Para solicitar estos materiales, llame al 1-800-370-2943. | Available Only on the Web |
| | The Spanish version of "TMJ Disorders." This brochure describes the causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders. It cautions about treatments that may not be necessary, as well as some that may be harmful. The publication concludes with a description of research under way on TMJ disorders. Also available in English. | Limit 50 copies | |
Special Needs |
| | This fact sheet provides full color photographs of oral conditions, each accompanied by a paragraph of descriptive text and a recommendation for health care providers who encounter the condition. | Temporarily Out of Stock |
TMJ Disorders |
| | This in-depth brochure describes the causes, signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders. It cautions about treatments that may not be necessary, as well as some that may be harmful. The publication concludes with a description of research under way on TMJ disorders. Also available in Spanish. | Limit 50 copies | |