JCDA - Canadian Dental Association

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11. Good Food, Healthy Teeth (12 pages)
The importance of healthy foods for good oral health. How sugars cause cavities. Acids
in foods and dental erosion. Protecting teeth from tooth decay and dental erosion.
12. Gum Disease — Preventing Tooth Loss (8 pages)
The importance of regular visits to the dentist to detect signs of gum disease.
Gingivitis and periodontitis. Prevention and treatment. Non-surgical treatments -
scaling, root planning, medication. Surgical procedures – pocket reduction, bone and
soft tissue grafts, tissue regeneration.
13. Hidden Threats to Your Oral Health (8 pages)
Early warning signs of gum disease, oral cancer and other oral health problems. The
importance of regular dental checkups to detect oral health problems early.
14. Oral Health — Good for Life (8 pages)
The importance of a healthy mouth as part of a healthy body. CDA‘s 5 steps to good
oral health. Good oral hygiene habits. Healthy diet. Early warning signs of oral health
problems. Tobacco cessation. The importance of regular visits to the dentist.
15. Orthodontics at Any Age (12 pages)
The importance of properly aligned teeth for good overall health at any age. The
benefits of orthodontic treatment. Types of malocclusions and treatments available.
Getting and caring for braces. Headgear. Removable appliances. Retainers. Oral
surgery.
16. Root Canal Treatment (12 pages)
The importance of keeping natural teeth. The benefits of root canal treatment. Why
patients may need root canal treatment. Tooth restoration after treatment. Retreatment
and surgery.
17. Seniors and Oral Health (20 pages)
The importance of regular dental checkups for seniors. Parts of the checkup.
Proper cleaning techniques for natural teeth, dentures, dental implants and bridges.
Prevention and treatment of gum diseases. Tips for caregivers.
18. TMD (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder) (8 pages)
The symptoms, causes and treatment of TMD. The role of the dentist in treating TMD.
19. Tooth Decay, Cavities and Fillings (12 pages)
Causes and prevention of tooth decay. Stages of tooth decay. Types of cavities. Types
of fillings and materials used. Computers, lasers and air abrasion in dentistry.
20. Your Child’s Oral Health (Newborn to 12 years) (24 pages)
The importance of a good oral health routine with your child. Caring for your child ‘s
teeth. Early childhood tooth decay. Cavities and fillings in primary teeth. Proper
cleaning techniques for babies, toddlers and school-aged children. Tooth eruption
and “fall out” charts. Common dental accidents and what to do. The importance of
regular visits to the dentist. And much more.
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