Treatments
By Tammy Davenport, About.com Guide to Dental Care
Visiting the dentist doesn't have to be scary if you know what to expect. Learn about the different dental procedures and what is involved.
Cleanings / Check ups
Information and photos about dental check ups, cleanings, examinations and how often you should have a dental check up.
- Top 10 Reasons to Have a Dental Cleaning
- Top 10 Facts Your Dentist Wants You to Know
- How Often Should I See the Dentist for a Check Up and Cleaning?
- When Should I Take My Child to the Dentist for the First Time?
- Child's Dentist Appointment Photos
- Visiting the Dentist Could Prevent Toothaches
- Early Detection of Oral Cancer With VELscope
- Dental X-ray Photo Gallery
Dental Insurance
Learn about dental insurance, how to utilize your visits to the dentist, determine what is a covered procedure, how claims are handled, deductibles, and when you need to have a treatment plan or a specialist referral.
- Should you Purchase Dental Insurance?
- What is Direct Reimbursement?
- Choosing Direct Reimbursement as Your Dental Plan
- What Are Dental Insurance Coverage Types?
- What is Usual, Customary and Reasonable?
- What is a Yearly Maximum?
- What is a Missing Tooth Clause?
- Reasons to use Dental Insurance Before the End of the Year
Fillings
Learn about fillings, why you might need them and what to expect at your visit to the dentist.
- Are Silver Fillings Safe?
- Silver or White Dental Fillings: You Decide
- What is a Cavity?
- 7 Ways to Prevent Cavities
- What is Decay?
- What Causes Decay?
- What is Plaque?
- What is Fluoride?
- What are Dental Sealants?
- Teeth and Mouth Photo Gallery
Orthodontics
Information about Orthodontics / braces and the options available for treatment of buck teeth, crooked teeth, and other teeth and mouth adjustments. Learn about various types of braces and appliances available for corrective dentistry.
- Adult Braces: They're Not Just for Kids Anymore
- How to Brush your Teeth With Braces
- How to Floss Your Teeth With Braces
- What is a Retainer?
- How to Take Care of Your Retainers
- What is an Orthodontist?
- How to Find an Orthodontist
- Braces - Before and After Photos
- Different Types of Cosmetic Dental Procedures
Oral Surgery
Information about oral surgery including anesthesia and wisdom teeth.
- What is an Oral Surgeon?
- The Safety of Anesthesia for Oral Surgery
- What is a Biopsy?
- An Overview of Oral Cancer
Dental Implants
Learn about dental implants and what to expect at your visit to the dentist.
Root Canals
Articles and information about root canals and what to expect at your visit to the dentist if you need a root canal.
- What is a Root Canal?
- What to Expect During a Root Canal
- Top 10 Myths About Root Canals
- Male Cigarette Smokers More Likely to Need Root Canals
- Visiting the Dentist Could Prevent Toothaches
Teeth Whitening
Information about teeth whitening and the different options available for teeth whitening, including at home bleaching, in office bleaching and whitening toothpastes.
- Teeth Whitening Options
- Top 10 Facts About Teeth Whitening
- Teeth Whitening at the Dentist Office
- Do Teeth Whitening Toothpastes Really Work?
- Whiten Your Teeth for Your Wedding Day
Cosmetic Dentistry
Information about teeth whitening and different teeth whitening techniques as well as other cosmetic dentistry options.
- Different Types of Cosmetic Dental Procedures
- Cosmetic Dentistry Can Change your Life
- What is a Veneer?
- Dental Implants can Create a Great Smile
- Teeth Whitening Options
- Top 10 Facts About Teeth Whitening
- Teeth Whitening at the Dentist Office
- Do Teeth Whitening Toothpastes Really Work?
- Whiten Your Teeth for Your Wedding Day
Dental Sealants
Learn what dental sealants are and how they can prevent cavities.
Dental Instruments
Have you ever wondered what different dental instruments are used for? This dental photo gallery will show you various pictures of different dental instruments as well as what they are used for.
Nitrous Oxide
Describes what nitrous oxide is as well as the safety of nitrous oxide.
