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San Juan Basin Public Health. n.d.. SJBPH oral health videos. San Juan Basin Public Health, 4 videos.

Annotation: These videos provide information about oral health for children and adolescents in pre-kindergarten to grade 2, grades 3–5, grades 6–8, and grades 9–12. The videos discuss the importance of oral health, how to keep the teeth and mouth healthy, the importance of toothbrushing and flossing, and the importance of eating healthy foods and drinking water and avoiding foods and drinks high in sugar. They also explain what tooth decay and gum disease are and discuss the importance of visiting the dentist and what happens during dental visits.

Keywords: , Adolescents, Gingivitis, Oral health, Oral health care, Oral hygiene, Prevention, Videotapes, Young children

Alabama Department of Public Health, Oral Health Program. 2017. Oral health matters especially during pregnancy. Montgomery, AL: Alabama Department of Public Health, Oral Health Program, 2 pp.

Annotation: This fact sheet for pregnant women focuses on the importance and safety of receiving oral health care during pregnancy. Common oral health issues experienced during pregnancy, as well as their causes, are discussed, along with myths and facts about receiving oral health care during pregnancy. Steps for maintain good oral health during pregnancy are included.

Keywords: Consumer information materials, Gingivitis, Health care utilization, Oral health, Periodontal diseases, Pregnant women, Prevention

Clifford S, Austin C. 2015. Betel nut. Hillsborough, NC: Orange County Health Department, 1 p.

Annotation: This handout provides information about the potentially harmful effects of chewing betel nut, including increased risk for cancer and gum disease. The handout addresses risk associated with combining betel nut and tobacco and risks for chewing betel nut for pregnant women and children. The handout also includes information about the importance of talking with a doctor and dentist about betel nut use and early cancer detection and provides phone numbers for information about oral health care in North Carolina. The handout is available in English, Burmese, and Karen.

Keywords: Adverse effects, Cancer, Children, Early intervention, Gingivitis, Non English language materials, North Carolina, Oral health, Pregnancy, Pregnant women, Risk factors, Substance use, Tobacco use

Illinois Department of Public Health, Division of Oral Health. [2007]. Dental health during pregnancy. Springfield, IL: Illinois Department of Public Health, Division of Oral Health, 2 pp. (Fact sheet)

Annotation: This fact sheet presents messages designed to help women maintain or improve their oral health before and during pregnancy. Oral health problems that women may experience during pregnancy are discussed, including problems that may result from hormonal changes, poor diet and nutrition, or lack of oral health care. Guidance on establishing and maintaining oral hygiene practices (toothbrushing and flossing) and oral health care (routine and emergency visits, oral x-rays, and prescriptions) is given.

Keywords: Nutrition, Consumer education materials, Dental hygiene, Diet, Disease prevention, Gingivitis, Oral health, Oral health care, Pregnant women

Children's Dental Health Project. 2005. Racial and ethnic disparities in oral health. Washington, DC: Children's Dental Health Project, 2 pp.

Annotation: This fact sheet discusses racial and ethnic disparities in oral health and oral health care. Topics covered include differences in oral health, differences in oral health care, differences in oral health coverage, consequences of disparities, and oral health workforce diversity. Under each topic, specific statistical information is provided.

Keywords: Adult health, Adults, Child health, Children, Dental caries, Ethnic factors, Gingivitis, Health insurance, Low income groups, Oral health, Racial factors, Uninsured persons

Manitoba Collaborative Project for the Prevention of Early Childhood Tooth Decay, Healthy Smile Happy Child Pilot Project. [2004]. Healthy baby teeth start here!. Winnepeg, Manitoba, Canada: Winnepeg Regional Health Authority, 2 pp.

Annotation: This brochure for pregnant women, parents, and other caregivers provides information about oral health during pregnancy, infancy, and early childhood. Information about gum infection during pregnancy and tips for preventing gum disease is provided. The importance of a healthy diet that includes plenty of calcium and Vitamin D is also addressed. Oral hygiene and healthy feeding practices for infants and young children are also included, as well as information about the relationship between oral behaviors and dental caries. The brochure is available in English, Cree, and French.

Keywords: Children, Consumer education materials, Dental caries, Diet, Disease prevention, Gingivitis, Infants, Non English language materials, Nutrition, Oral health, Periodontal diseases, Pregnancy, Pregnant women

Califano JV. 2003. Position paper: Periodontal diseases in children and adolescents. Journal of Periodontology 74(11):1696-1704,

   

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