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INFANTS & CHILDREN

Photo © Stockbyte/Getty ImagesHow do I care for my infant's teeth?

Good oral care starts from the beginning of your child's life. Even before his or her first teeth emerge, certain factors can affect their future appearance and health.

Photo © James Woodson/Digital Vision/Getty ImagesEarly Childhood Cavities

Sometimes called baby bottle tooth decay, early childhood cavities are a serious problem that can destroy your child's teeth — but they can be prevented.

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TEENAGERS

Photo © ColorBlind Images/Iconica/Getty ImagesOral piercing

Oral piercings are any piercings of the tongue, lips or cheek. Before having any part of your mouth pierced, you should seek advice from your dentist.

Photo © Stockbyte/Getty ImagesWhat are wisdom teeth?

Wisdom teeth are the last molars on each side of the jaws. They are also the last teeth to emerge, or erupt, usually when a person is between 16 and 20.

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ADULTS

Photo © David Greenwood/Photographer's Choice/Getty ImagesAdults and braces

As braces have become less bulky and visible in recent years, more and more adults are wearing them, for a variety of reasons.

Photo © Pando Hall/Photographer's Choice/Getty ImagesWoman's oral health and overall health

The Surgeon General's Report on Oral Health states that good oral health is essential to good general health. And specifically for women, a growing body of research has linked gum disease to a variety of health problems that affect women.

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SENIORS

Photo © Ryan McVay/Taxi/Getty ImagesOral health for seniors

Your teeth can last a lifetime with proper home care and regular dental checkups. No matter what your age, you can keep your teeth and gums healthy by brushing...

Photo © Stockbyte/Getty ImagesWhat are dental implants?

Dental implants are metal posts or frames that are surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath your gums. Once in place, they allow your dentist to mount replacement teeth onto them.

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FOR THE PROFESSIONAL

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Information on the latest dental products and the latest clinical studies for dental professionals and students.