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… Treatment Overview A dental sealant is a strong liquid-plastic … small that a toothbrush can't clean them out. Sealants bond to the tooth's enamel. Enamel is … place where nerves and blood vessels are. A dental sealant does not take the place of good …
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… Learning Center Learn about mouth and dental health If you've ever had a toothache, … Teeth: Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed? Dental Care: Brushing and Flossing Your Teeth … (Restorations) Dental Implants Dental Sealants Diabetes: Taking Care of Your Teeth …
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… Overview What is basic dental care? Basic dental care involves brushing and flossing … of your back teeth to help prevent cavities. Sealants keep food and bacteria from getting …
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… appear or by 12 months of age. Babies with dental problems caused by injury, disease, or … (pediatric) dentist right away. If these dental problems aren't limited to the surfaces … of your back teeth to help prevent cavities. Sealants keep food and bacteria from getting …
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… Overview Dental Care: 3 Years to 6 Years—Topic Overview … is the age during which you can teach good dental health habits. Your child can learn how … having dental sealant placed on the molars. Sealants are made of hard plastic and protect …
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… More and more of the responsibility for good dental habits belongs to your child now. What … Flossing is an important part of good dental health, but it can be a challenging … having dental sealant placed on the molars. Sealants are made of hard plastic and protect …
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… Overview All children need early and regular dental care. During routine checkups visits the doctor will check your child's dental health. A visit to a dentist is … to help a young child prepare for the first dental examination. If you have concerns about …
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… 38b Why is dental health during pregnancy important? It … (e.g., diabetes and heart disease) Poor dental health may affect the general oral … Continue to have regular professional dental care Nausea and vomiting during …
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… 19 Beginning dental care early is important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a lifetime. … by permanent teeth until the age of 12 or 13. Dental care includes cleaning your baby’s gums …
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… or torn away from the socket. First aid and dental care are needed right away when a … tooth also may be loose or moved in position (dental luxation) or jammed into the gum (intruded). Other dental injuries may be caused by grinding your …
