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Most adults these days develop gum disease, which contributes to tooth decay, bad breath, and more severe dental problems. The good news is that it’s preventable. With a little effort, you can keep your beautiful, healthy smile your whole life. • Brushing and flossing tips • Snacking and your teeth • Finding a dentist • First person: Learning to love floss • Quiz: Do you know the secrets to healthy teeth? If you feel anxious at the thought of a dental visit, you have plenty of company. But modern dentistry is more comfortable and patient-friendly than ever. We’ll show you what to expect -- and ask for -- the next time you climb into a dentist’s chair. • Why you shouldn't be afraid of the dentist • A dictionary of dental procedures • Brush up on your dental terms • Gum disease: Warning signs • Beating bad breath Do you know what to do with a knocked-out tooth? Can you spot the signs of a serious tooth or gum infection? Here’s how to respond to common dental emergencies. • Dental emergencies overview • Losing a permanent tooth • Broken tooth • Abscessed tooth All children, from toddlers to teenagers, can have cavity-free smiles. Help your child begin a lifetime of good oral care and enjoy a beautiful set of pearly whites. • Child's first dental appointment • Quiz: How much do you know about your child's teeth? • What to do for a bumped or chipped tooth • Tooth and gum care for kids Want whiter teeth? Looking to straighten out your smile? Cosmetic dentistry has helped many people feel more attractive and confident. We’ll help you explore your options. • Are braces right for you? • Kids and braces • Teeth whitening • Fillings: Amalgam vs. composite

Q: How Do You Feel About Going to the Dentist?     It doesn't bother me at all     I get mildly nervous     Are you kidding? I'm terrified!     I just want it to be over See past polls

•	Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Bad Breath?
•	Quiz: Do You Know the Secrets to Healthy Teeth?
•	Quiz: Children's Dental Care

• Are Braces Right for You? • Brushing and Flossing • Calcium • Children's Dental Care • Baby Bottles and Tooth Decay • Braces for Kids • Canker Sores (Children) • Child's First Dental Appointment • National Children's Dental Health Month • Quiz: Children's Dental Care • Tooth Accidents • Tooth and Gum Care • Dental Care During Pregnancy • Dental Fillings • Dental Procedures • Dental Terms • Dental and Oral Problems • Bad Breath (Halitosis) • Broken Tooth • Canker sores • Cold Sores FAQ • Dental Anxiety: Taking Charge of Your Inner Wimp • Dental Emergencies • Dental cavities • Denture problems • Early Gum Disease • Gum Disease (Gingivitis) • Impacted tooth • Losing a Permanent Tooth • Mouth and Tooth Injuries • Oral Cancer: Warning Signs • Periodontitis • Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Bad Breath? • Root Canal • Special Report: Dental Anxiety • Tooth Abscess • Toothaches • Wisdom Teeth Extraction • Finding a Dentist • First Person: By the Skin of My Teeth • Snacking and Your Teeth • Special Report: Dental Grills • Special Report: Meth Mouth • Teeth Whitening • Toothache

Useful Sites • American Dental Association • The Dental Zone

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