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American Dental Association Online - This is the home page for the professional society of dentists, probably best known for bestowing the "American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance" on various dental gels, flosses, pastes, mouthwashes, and other products for both consumer and professional use. Surprisingly, the first report on toothpastes was published in 1866! You can get a list of all the approved products here, as well as lots of pamphlets on tooth sealants, kids' teeth, and more. Need a root canal? They have a great online pamphlet that explains everything at http://www.ada.org/consumer/endo.html >.
Tooth Fairy - Some children believe that when they lose a tooth, it should be left under their pillows for the tooth fairy. She takes the tooth and may leave behind some coins. There is a lot about that gentle story at this Web site. You will also find quick tips on how to keep your teeth healthy and cavity-free. How often should you brush your teeth, and what's that gunky stuff called plaque? Learn how to floss, and remember: the only teeth you have to floss are the ones you want to keep!
Yo! It's Time for Braces! - It makes you wonder why no one has come up with this idea before: explain braces and other orthodontia from the perspective of a kid. The class members who created this site were finalists in the ThinkQuest Junior competition, and they do have a wonderful Web page. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that kids get their "bite" checked when they are about seven or eight. No, that doesn't mean you bite the dentist! The dentist will look at the way your teeth interact with each other. It's possible that you might need to wear braces on your teeth in order to straighten them and improve your bite--millions of kids do. This site explains it all and follows one girl through her first few months of living with braces.
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