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… Dental Checkups for Children and Adults On this page: … primary teeth appear or by 12 months of age. Babies with dental problems caused by injury, disease, or a … painful. Occasionally your dentist will want to take X-rays. The X-rays take only a few minutes. Your dentist or …
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… Dental Care During Pregnancy On this page: Overview Overview … This includes your teeth and gums. A healthy mouth—and good dental habits—will help you and your baby. Taking care of … problems. Tell your dentist that you are pregnant. Dental X-rays and local anesthesia are generally safe during …
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… Dental Care: 3 Years to 6 Years On this page: Overview Overview Dental Care: 3 Years to 6 Years— All of a … sit still, this is the age during which you can teach good dental health habits. Your child can learn how to brush his …
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… Temporomandibular Disorders: Dental Splints On this page: Overview Overview Dental splints are the most common dental treatment for temporomandibular disorders (TMDs) . …
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… Self-Examination for Dental Plaque On this page: Test Overview Why It Is Done How … Test Overview A self-examination for dental plaque is done using a product that stains the plaque on your teeth. Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that sticks to …
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… Dental Care for Older Adults On this page: Basic Care Denture Care Basic Care Dental care for older people is much the same as for younger … tooth decay. Avoid using tobacco products. They can affect dental and general health. Seek financial help if you cannot …
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… Dental care and teething for toddlers Last updated August … to take your toddler to the dentist regularly. The Canadian Dental Association recommends that toddlers see a dentist … baby tooth appears and no later than 12 months of age. Dental care for low-income families If you are on Premium …
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… Dental care for your infant and toddler Last updated March … Punjabi Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Beginning dental care early is important for your child’s health. Dental care keep teeth healthy for a lifetime. Healthy baby …
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… Dental Care From Birth to 6 Months On this page: Overview Overview A child's dental care really starts with his or her mother's healthy … and minerals. Pregnant women should have a complete dental examination and have any cavities or gum disease …
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… Dental Care: 6 Years to 16 Years On this page: Overview … examination. More and more of the responsibility for good dental habits belongs to your child now. What your child can … a good job brushing. Flossing is an important part of good dental health, but it can be a challenging task for a child …
