Educational Resources
Learn healthy habits, proper tooth care, and bust tooth care myths so you can take care of your smile! Visit CDC for more information on how to care for your smile or DentaQuest for more brushing tips.
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Informative Links and Brochures
Fact vs. Fiction
Myth
Dental care is not safe during pregnacy.
Truth
Most dental care is safe during all trimesters of pregnancy. Check with your doctor and your dentist when you schedule an appointment.
Myth
Tooth loss in adults is a normal part of aging.
Truth
Tooth loss in adults is not normal and is typically caused by a preventable disease.
Myth
Baby teeth are not important, so it is ok if they get cavities or must be pulled.
Truth
Baby teeth are important. They assist with speech development, eating, a child’s self-esteem, and save space for adult teeth.
Myth
How much toothpaste is appropriate for a child who cannot spit?
Truth
Toothpaste the size of a grain of rice is recommended for a child who cannot spit.
Myth
How much toothpaste is appropriate for a child who can spit?
Truth
Toothpaste the size of a pea is appropriate for a child who can spit.
Myth
How much toothpaste is appropriate for an adult?
Truth
Toothpaste the size of a pea is appropriate for an adult.
Myth
Taking a child to see the dentist before their first birthday is not important.
Truth
The American Dental Association recommends that a child be seen before the age of one or when their first tooth erupts.
Myth
Gum disease (gingivitis and periodontitis) is natural.
Truth
Gum disease is not normal, is preventable and is caused by bacterial in the mouth that can be removed with a toothbrush and interdental cleaners like dental floss or toothpicks.