Resources for Parents
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Smile Vermont
- Dental Tips by Age
- Early Childhood Caries
- Dr. Dynasaur (Green Mountain Care)
- Finding a Dentist
- Transportation
- The Tooth Tutor Program
Dental Tips by Topic
Brushing Teeth
Brushing Your Child’s Teeth: Fact Sheet, Video
Information
on plaque, germs, home dental care, and instructions
on how to brush child’s teeth
Video reviewed by Columbia University School of Dental Medicine faculty
Tooth Decay
Seal Out Tooth Decay: Fact Sheet
What are sealants, how/why
teeth decay, how sealants can help, who should get
them, insurance information, and other ways to prevent
tooth decay.
Oral Piercing
Oral Piercing and Health: Fast Sheet
Risks related to procedures, jewelry complications,
additional information.
Fluoride
Fluoride: Fact Sheet
How fluoride works, why it should be used,
what toothpaste to buy, etc.
Choosing a Dentist
You and Your Dentist
Access to dental care, choosing a dentist, your relationship
with your dentist, etc.
Pregnancy and Oral Care
Pregnant? Tips for Keeping Your Smile Healthy: Fact Sheet
Protecting teeth during pregnancy, dental visits.
Pregnancy and Oral Health:
Fact Sheet, Frequently Asked Questions
Tips/facts about improving oral health during pregnancy.
Mouthguards
Mouthguards: Fact Sheet
FAQ’s about mouthguards.
Healthy Eating
Eating Habits That Can Harm Teeth: Fact Sheet
Harmful and healthy eating habits.
Food Facts for Healthy Teeth: Fact Sheet
What you should eat, includes a table with examples
of sweets with serving sizes and sugar content.
Thumbsucking
Thumbsucking: Fact Sheet
Tips for prevention, potential problems caused by
thumbsucking
Teething
Teething: Fact Sheet
Overview- signs that babies are teething, symptoms,
oral care instructions.
Dental First Aid
Dental First Aid: Fact Sheet
General instructions, specific injury-related action
plans.