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Glossary of Dental Terms
A-F (AAP-Fluoride)
G-L (Gingivitis-Insured)
M-R (Malocclusion-Radiograph)
S-Z (Scaling-Subscriber)
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T ap water may be better than bottled for kids
Delta Dental of Tennessee encourages parents to reconsider the value of tap water in this age as the trend to drink bottled water grows. The problem with most bottled water is it does not meet the daily needs of fluoride, an additive that helps prevent tooth decay. "Parents should be aware of the importance of fluoride to children’s health as tooth decay occurs faster in children than in adults," stresses Dr. Phil Wenk, president and CEO of Delta Dental of Tennessee. "Delta Dental believes that tap water may be one of the primary defenses to help children maintain their healthy smiles." |
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April is National Youth Sports Safety Month. According to the Academy of General Dentistry, soccer players and basketball players are more likely to sustain injuries to the...
Top 10 Common Dental Problems
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Boiled Eggs Make A Great Dental Experiment
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