For the Dental Patient
'For The Dental Patient' is a full page of oral health information that dentists can copy as a handout for their patients.
'For The Dental Patient' is prepared by the American Dental Association in cooperation with The Journal of the American Dental Association and the ADA Division of Science. Unlike other portions of JADA, the print version of this page may be clipped and photocopied as a handout for patients without reprint permission from the ADA Publishing Division. Any other use, copying or distribution of this material, whether in printed or electronic form and including the copying and posting of this material on a Web site, is strictly prohibited without prior written consent of the ADA Publishing Division.
“For the Dental Patient” provides general information on dental treatments to dental patients. It is designed to prompt discussion between dentist and patient about treatment options and does not substitute for the dentist’s professional assessment based on the individual patient’s needs and desires.
- Tackling Tooth Decay (March 2013) (PDF)
- Sealing the Deal: Buying Products That Have the ADA Seal of Acceptance (January 2013) (PDF)
- Common Oral Sores and Irritations (November 2012) (PDF)
- Bad Breath: Causes and Tips for Controlling It (September 2012) (PDF)
- The Piercing Truth About Tongue Splitting and Oral Jewelry (July 2012) (PDF)
- Restoring Your Smile With Dentures (May 2012) (PDF)
- Keep Sports Safe--Wear a Mouthguard (March 2012) (PDF)
- Your Child's Growing Smile (January 2012) (PDF)
- Osteoporosis Medications and Your Dental Health (November 2011) (PDF)
- Dental Radiographs: Benefits and Safety (September 2011) (PDF)
- Oral Health During Cancer Treatment (July 2011) (PDF)
- Oral Health During Pregnancy: What to Expect When Expecting (May 2011) (PDF)
- Give Tobacco the Boot (March 2011) (PDF)
- What Is Gum Disease? (January 2011) (PDF)
- Eating Habits for a Healthy Smile and Body (December 2010) (PDF)
- Acetaminophen Overdose and Liver Damage (September 2010) (PDF)
- Diabetes: Tips for Good Oral Health (July 2010) (PDF)
- Detecting Oral Cancer Early (May 2010) (PDF)
- Sealing Out Tooth Decay (March 2010) (PDF)
- Doctors of Oral Health: What It Takes to Be a Dentist (September 2009) (PDF)
- Osteoporosis Medications and Oral Health (June 2009) (PDF)
- Tooth Whitening: What You Should Know (March 2009) (PDF)
- Fluoride: Nature's Tooth Decay Fighter (January 2009) (PDF)
- Kicking the Nicotine Habit (October 2008) (PDF)
- Dental Sealants: Preventing and Halting Decay (March 2008) (PDF)
- Gingival Recession: Causes and Treatment (October 2007) (PDF)
- A Look at Toothbrushes (September 2007) (PDF)
- Thumb Sucking and Pacifier Use (August 2007) (PDF)
- Oral Moisturizers: Products That Can Help Relieve Dry Mouth (July 2007) (PDF)
- Antibiotics and Your Heart: New Guidelines from the American Heart Association (June 2007) (PDF)
- Osteoporosis Medications and the Risk of Developing Jaw Complications (May 2007) (PDF)
- Braces: Straighter Teeth Can Improve Oral Health (April 2007) (PDF)
- Fluoride Treatments in the Dental Office (March 2007) (PDF)
- Tobacco-Use Cessation: Resources to Help You Quit (February 2007) (PDF)
- Protecting Teeth with Mouthguards (December 2006) (PDF)
- Digital Radiographs: Imaging Technology for the Dental Office (November 2006) (PDF)
- Dental Radiographs: A Diagnostic Tool (October 2006) (PDF)
- Dietary Guidelines for Americans and MyPyramid (September 2006) (PDF)
- Grills, 'Grillz' and Fronts (August 2006) (PDF)
- Bisphosphonate Medications and Your Oral Health (July 2006) (PDF)
- Dental Care While Traveling (June 2006) (PDF)
- Surfing for Substance: Evaluating Oral Health Information on the Internet (May 2006) (PDF)
- Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body (April 2006) (PDF)
- Toothbrush Care, Cleaning and Replacement (March 2006) (PDF)
- What is the ADA Seal of Acceptance? (February 2006) (PDF)
- Tooth Eruption: The Permanent Teeth (January 2006) (PDF)
- Fluoride: Nature's Cavity Fighter (December 2005) (PDF)
- Tooth Eruption: The Primary Teeth (November 2005) (PDF)
- Methamphetamine Use and Oral Health (October 2005) (PDF)
- Your Dental Benefits: What You Should Know (September 2005) (PDF)
- Burning Mouth Syndrome (August 2005) (PDF)
- When a Filling Needs to be Replaced (July 2005) (PDF)
- How Medications Can Affect Your Oral Health (June 2005) (PDF)
- Dealing with Dry Mouth (May 2005) (PDF)
- Do You Grind Your Teeth? (April 2005) (PDF)
- Canker Sores and Cold Sores (March 2005) (PDF)
- Dental Implants: An Option for Replacing Missing Teeth (February 2005) (PDF)
- Treating Periodontal Diseases (January 2005) (PDF)
- Need Holiday Gift Ideas? (December 2004) (PDF)
- Looking for a Dental Project for School? (November 2004) (PDF)
- Missing a Tooth? (October 2004) (PDF)
- Careers in Dentistry: Learn More About Dental Laboratory Technology (September 2004) (PDF)
- Back-to-School Checkup (August 2004) (PDF)
- The Importance of Using Mouthguards (July 2004) (PDF)
- Have a Checkup Before Your Travel (June 2004) (PDF)
- Here Comes the Bride... and Her Teeth Are Nice and Bright (May 2004) (PDF)
- Careers in Dentistry (April 2004) (PDF)
- From Baby Bottle to Cup: Choose Training Cups Carefully, Use Them Temporarily (March 2004) (PDF)
- Considering a Career as a Dentist? (February 2004) (PDF)
- Pregnant? Tips for Keeping Your Smile Healthy (January 2004) (PDF)
- Sensitive Teeth: Causes and Treatment (December 2003) (PDF)
- Your Dental Insurance: What You Should Know (October 2003) (PDF)
- The Facts About Bottled Water (September 2003) (PDF)
- Improving Your Smile with Dental Veneers (August 2003) (PDF)
- Kicking the Habit: Keeping Your Smile Healthy (May 2003) (PDF)
- Do You Have a Cracked Tooth? (April 2003) (PDF)
- Does Your Filling Need Replacing? (March 2003) (PDF)
- Treating Periodontal Disease: Scaling and Root Planing (February 2003) (PDF)
- What You Should Know about Bad Breath (January 2003) (PDF)
- Eating Habits That Can Harm Teeth (December 2002) (PDF)
- Buying Oral Care Products (November 2002) (PDF)
- Do You Have Dry Mouth? (October 2002) (PDF)
- Diabetes and Oral Health (September 2002) (PDF)
- Tooth-Colored Fillings (August 2002) (PDF)
- Oral Care for Cancer Patients (July 2002) (PDF)
- Diet and Tooth Decay (April 2002) (PDF)
- Baby's First Teeth (February 2002) (PDF)
- Preventing Periodontal Disease (September 2001) (PDF)
- Do You Need a Mouthguard? (July 2001) (PDF)
- Anesthesia for the Dental Visit (May 2001) (PDF)
- Root Canal Treatments (March 2001) (PDF)
- Oral Piercing and Health (January 2001) (PDF)
- Dental Implants: A Treatment Option for Replacing Lost Teeth (November 2000) (PDF)
- Oral Cancer: How to Protect Yourself (September 2000) (PDF)
- Basic Oral Health Care (July 2000) (PDF)
