Dental health can be important for your overall health. From preventing tooth decay and avoiding mouth injuries to banishing bad breath and more, you'll find it here.
Health Basics
Your teeth from birth to adulthood
How many teeth do you have as a child and then as an adult? What do those teeth look like? Find out in this introduction to your dental health.
Frequently asked questions about dental health
From amalgam fillings to x-rays, find answers to your dental health questions.
Causes
Five bad dental habits
Crunching, sucking and sipping – they can all undo the good work your dentist does to protect your teeth. Find out more about the bad dental habits you really should stop.
How stress affects your oral health
Mouth sores, teeth grinding and a bad diet can all be signs of stress. Find out how stress really can leave you feeling down in the mouth.
Side effects of medications
Medication you take can be good for treating an ailment, but bad for your oral health. Find out about common side effects.
Are you at risk?
Women: Hormones and dental health
Women may be more susceptible to dental health issues because of their unique hormonal changes. Learn when they are and how women can prevent oral health problems today.
Smoking and your teeth
Smoking can lead to many dental health problems, from bad breath to gum disease, oral cancer and more. Find out why, whether smokeless tobacco is safer and get tips on kicking the habit.
Dental care and diabetes
Diabetes affects the whole body, including your mouth. What problems are people with diabetes at a higher risk of? How should you care for your teeth? Get the facts.
Dental care for older people
Advancing age puts you at risk of several dental health problems. Find out what those are and how older adults can care for their teeth.
Prevention
Preventing tooth decay
Tooth decay creates holes in the teeth called cavities. You can help prevent tooth decay with these seven tips.
Bad breath
Bad breath is all too common, but you don’t have to suffer with the smell. It could also be a sign of other health problems. Get the facts.
Preventing tooth and mouth injuries
Can a knocked-out tooth be repaired? Find out and get tips on preventing sport related tooth and mouth injuries.
Tongue piercing: Things to consider
Piercing the tongue, lip, or cheek can lead to infection, tooth and nerve damage, allergic reactions and more. Learn about the risks.
