American Dental Association

The American Dental Association is your advocate for a healthy mouth for life. Nearly 7 out of 10 dentists in the U.S. are ADA members. As doctors of oral health, one of our primary goals is to help you defend against oral disease. Oral health is an important part of your overall health, so it’s important that you and your family practice daily preventive care such as

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Are oral health problems life threatening?
Yes, some oral health problems can lead to life-threatening conditions. For instance, mouth and... Full Post 05/11/2013
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How does oral health affect the body?
Your oral health can impact your overall health. Not taking care of your mouth and teeth can lead... Full Post 05/11/2013
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Can teeth grinding lead to a dental emergency?
Teeth grinding, or bruxism, can sometimes lead to serious consequences for your mouth. For... Full Post 05/10/2013
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How can I prevent sensitive teeth?
Cavities and fractured teeth can cause sensitive teeth. But if your dentist has ruled these... Full Post 05/10/2013
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How are sensitive teeth treated?
If you have sensitive teeth, your dentist may suggest that you first try using a desensitizing... Full Post 05/10/2013
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For healthy teeth, what foods and drinks should I avoid giving my child?
What you eat and drink, and how often you eat and drink, can affect your teeth. Teach... Full Post 05/10/2013
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How can I help prevent tooth erosion in my children?
Teach your child early the value that eating a balanced diet and limiting snacks between meals... Full Post 05/10/2013
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What are the signs of tooth erosion in children?
Tooth erosion symptoms include sensitive teeth or tooth pain, teeth with rough or cracked edges and... Full Post 05/10/2013
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Can children have sensitive teeth?
Children can suffer from sensitive teeth. Usually it is their baby teeth that can become sensitive.... Full Post 05/10/2013
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What dental problems are most likely to occur in my child?
Cavities are most common among children. In fact it's more common than asthma. That's why it's... Full Post 05/10/2013
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If my child is going to lose his or her baby teeth, do cavities matter?
Your child's baby teeth are important. Children need strong, healthy teeth to chew their food,... Full Post 05/10/2013
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How do I keep my teeth healthy?
Keeping your teeth healthy is an essential part of good overall health. To do this, you need to... Full Post 05/09/2013
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What should I think about if I have a tooth extraction for gum disease?
If you have a tooth extraction due to gum disease, there are two considerations you should think... Full Post 05/08/2013
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Are there alternatives to dental floss?
People who have difficulty handling dental floss may prefer to use another kind of interdental... Full Post 05/01/2013
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What are extrinsic tooth stains?
Extrinsic stains on the teeth are those that occur on the surface of the teeth. If you are... Full Post 04/23/2013