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A bright smile and sweet-smelling breath may be two of the mainstays of Madison Avenue, but the fact remains that healthy teeth and gums can improve your overall well being.

There was a time when going to the dentist struck fear into the bravest of characters, but today improved techniques have lessened the degree of discomfort felt even in complicated dental procedures.

Recognizing the importance off good dental hygiene, municipalities worldwide began adding fluoride to the drinking water, a practice that is now recognized as one of the 20th century's greatest advances in public health.

In fact, research studies have recently pointed to gum disease and tooth decay as a possible trigger to other more serious conditions like diabetes and heart disease.

On the Web, find out more about recent advances in dentistry, braces and teeth straightening and cosmetic dentistry, plus how to's on coping with toothache pain, common phobias, and more on self-care, brushing, flossing, and otherwise maintaining good dental habits throughout a lifetime ...

Dental Wisdom - Flash movies explain complicated procedures plus animation, printable leaflets, and teaching tools add up to a site that is really one of the very best. And check out an entire section devoted to bad breath...

Floss - From dental hygiene through complicated dental problems and their solutions, Floss.com covers your mouth. They even include a section of games for kids to ease the way into a life of good dental habits.

American Dental Association - The professional organization with a searchable database of dentists in the US and other useful tools and information.

American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry - Cosmetic dentistry, including whitening, is one of the fastest growing areas of dentistry. This US professional organization gives the facts and helps to locate reputable practitioners.

American Academy of Periodontology - Healthy gums are important to maintaining a healthy body, and keeping your gums in good shape is not that difficult. Plenty of reasons to floss and what to do when problems do occur can be found here.

Dental Phobia & Anxiety - Fear keeps many away from the dentist's chair to the detriment of their health. This guide helps with understanding and coping with the experience.

Dental Guide - UK & Ireland - This site provides hundreds of Internet resources for dentists, the dental trade and for patients who would like to find a dentist or information about dental health concerns.

Australian Dental Association - Professional and patient information for Australians. Includes a "find a dentist" search and plenty of other good information.

also see -> Dental Braces | Kid's Health | Toothache Pain

Cosmetic Dentistry | Reconstruction Surgery

This information is intended as reference and not as medical advice.
All treatment decisions should be made by medical professionals.