Just like your family doctor, your dentist may work with dental specialists to provide you with the best care possible.
Learn more »Prevent problems early. Your child's first dental visit should occur by age one or within six months of when you see the first tooth.
Learn more »Dental care during pregnancy is not only safe, regular dental visits support your health and your baby's.
Learn more »Most dental disease is preventable—starting with these five steps to take at home.
Learn more »Clenching or grinding your teeth (often at night) may be the reason and can also cause damage to your teeth and jaw.
Learn more »Your dentist may recommend a number of treatment options to replace missing teeth, such as a denture.
Learn more »Due to increasing frailty, the use of multiple medications, dry mouth (Xerostomia) and other health conditions, seniors may become more susceptible to dental disease including decay (root decay is a particular concern) and gum disease. Adults over the age of 40 are also at greater risk of being diagnosed with an oral cancer.
Older adults may begin to rely on others to support their basic dental care need. If you have an aging parent or are a caregiver consider the following:
See Caregiver Resources for more information on caring for seniors' oral health.