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  • Child Dental Health

    Healthy teeth are important to your child's overall health. From the time your child is born, there are things you can do to promote healthy teeth and prevent cavities. For babies, you should clean teeth with a soft, clean cloth or baby's toothbrush. Avoid putting the baby to bed with a bottle and check teeth regularly for spots or stains.

    For all children, you should:

    • Start using a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste when they are two years old. You might start sooner, if a dentist or doctor suggests it.
    • Provide healthy foods and limit sweet snacks and drinks
    • Schedule regular dental check-ups

    Forming good habits at a young age can help your child have healthy teeth for life.

    NIH: National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research

    Why this: Advisory · medlineplus

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    Healthy teeth and gums are important to your child's overall health. Good dental habits and proper oral care can help prevent tooth decay and cavities.
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    Children and Teenagers, Mouth and Teeth
    group_ids
    3, 17
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    English
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  • Dentures

    Dentures are false teeth made to replace teeth you have lost. They can be complete or partial. Complete dentures cover your entire upper or lower jaw. Partials replace one or a few teeth.

    Dentures may feel strange at first. Speaking and eating may feel different. Be careful when wearing dentures because they may make it harder for you to feel hot foods and liquids. Also, you may not notice biting on a bone from your food.

    In the beginning, your dentist may want to see you often to make sure the dentures fit. Over time, your mouth will change and you may need to have your dentures adjusted or replaced. Be sure to let your dentist handle these adjustments.

    If your dentures move too much in your mouth, denture adhesive may help. In some cases, your dentist may suggest that you switch to dental implants. They are permanent, and they replace both the roots and teeth.

    Keep your dentures clean and free from food that can cause stains, bad breath, or swollen gums. Brush them every day with a denture care product. Take your dentures out of your mouth at night, and put them in water or a denture-cleansing liquid.

    NIH: National Institute on Aging

    Why this: Advisory · medlineplus

    also_called
    False teeth
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    Dentures are false teeth made to replace lost teeth. Dentures can be partial or complete. Read more about how to properly care for and adjust to them.
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    Mouth and Teeth
    group_ids
    17
    lang
    English
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  • Orthodontia

    Some people have naturally straight teeth that fit together. But if you have problems with your bite or the spacing of your teeth, you may need orthodontic care. Orthodontia is the branch of dentistry that deals with abnormalities of the teeth and jaw.

    Orthodontic care involves the use of devices, such as braces, to:

    • Straighten teeth
    • Correct problems with bite
    • Close gaps between teeth
    • Align lips and teeth properly

    Most people who receive orthodontic care are kids, but adults get braces, too. In young children, orthodontic treatment may guide proper jaw growth. This can help permanent teeth to come in properly. Straight permanent teeth can help prevent tooth problems later on.

    Why this: Advisory · medlineplus

    also_called
    Braces
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    Orthodontia is the branch of dentistry that uses treatments such as braces, aligners, and retainers to straighten your teeth and correct your bite. Learn more.
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    Mouth and Teeth
    group_ids
    17
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    English
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  • 80925-201

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    dental type silica
    product_names
    Dental type silica
    ndc
    80925-201, 80925-201-01
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • Made by Dentists Enamel Rebuilding Toothpaste Fresh Mint

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    potassium nitrate, sodium fluoride
    product_names
    POTASSIUM NITRATE, SODIUM FLUORIDE
    ndc
    75065-028, 75065-028-06
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • 83778-002 Update

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    teeth whitening kit
    product_names
    Teeth Whitening Kit
    ndc
    83778-002, 83778-002-01
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • lanisty toothpastetablets

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    lanisty toothpastetablets
    product_names
    Lanisty ToothpasteTablets
    ndc
    84766-0001, 84766-0001-2
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • Schmidt's™-WONDERMINT® TOOTH+MOUTH PASTE

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    potassium nitrate
    product_names
    Potassium Nitrate
    ndc
    72916-210, 72916-210-05
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • Dr. Sheffield Sensitive Care

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    sensitive tooth paste
    product_names
    Sensitive Tooth Paste
    ndc
    11527-420, 11527-420-45
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • Made by Dentists Sensitive + Whitening Toothpaste Fresh Mint

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    potassium nitrate, sodium fluoride
    product_names
    POTASSIUM NITRATE, SODIUM FLUORIDE
    ndc
    75065-029, 75065-029-06
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • precipitated calcium carbonate

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    precipitated calcium carbonate
    product_names
    precipitated calcium carbonate
    ndc
    82359-0002, 82359-0002-1
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • 83778-010

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    glorysmile toothpaste.
    product_names
    Glorysmile Toothpaste.
    ndc
    83778-010, 83778-010-01
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • 83809-023 Update V2.

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    teeth whitening powder
    product_names
    Teeth Whitening Powder
    ndc
    83809-023, 83809-023-01, 83809-023-02, 83809-023-04
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • Mint Dentistry - Charcoal Sexy teeth

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    charcoal spearmint
    product_names
    Charcoal Spearmint
    ndc
    73333-115, 73333-115-01
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • Twice Science and Wellness Toothpaste Invigorating Wintergreen and Peppermint

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    potassium nitrate, sodium fluoride
    product_names
    POTASSIUM NITRATE, SODIUM FLUORIDE
    ndc
    72164-003, 72164-003-01
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • Kiss My Face® Sensitive Fluoride-Free Whitening Toothpaste - Citrus Mint

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    potassium nitrate
    product_names
    Potassium Nitrate
    ndc
    74154-015, 74154-015-04
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • sodium fluoride, potassium nitrate

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    sodium fluoride, potassium nitrate
    product_names
    sodium fluoride, potassium nitrate
    ndc
    61596-437, 61596-437-40, 61596-437-41
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • silica, tocopheryl acetate

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    silica, tocopheryl acetate
    product_names
    Silica, Tocopheryl Acetate
    ndc
    79428-010, 79428-010-01, 79428-010-02
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • teeth whitening kit

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    teeth whitening kit
    product_names
    Teeth Whitening Kit
    ndc
    83812-001, 83812-001-01
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en

  • Vanilla Lavender Mint Toothpaste

    Why this: Advisory · dailymed-otc

    Drug label · DailyMed — U.S. National Library of Medicine (U.S. Government public-domain data)

    generic_name
    potassium nitrate, sodium fluoride
    product_names
    POTASSIUM NITRATE, SODIUM FLUORIDE
    ndc
    72164-007, 72164-007-00
    group
    drugs
    license
    us-gov-pd
    attribution
    Courtesy of the National Library of Medicine
    reviewed
    2026-09-18
    language
    en
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