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网页2024年5月28日 · Provide guidance on dental products and mechanical devices. This includes detailed suggestions that can help patients make decisions about dental hygiene practices and products. Patients may look to their dentists for guidance and recommendations to help discern among the plethora of home oral care products and …
ADA Seal of Acceptance | American Dental Association
网页The first Seal of Acceptance was awarded in 1931. In 1984, President Reagan gave the Association a certificate of commendation for the outstanding self-regulatory efforts of its Seal program. Today, more than 400 over-the-counter dental products sold to consumers carry the ADA Seal of Acceptance. Participating companies commit significant ...
The Dental Care Market | American Dental Association - ADA
网页As of 2021, 43.3% of the U.S. population had a dental visit in the past 12 months. Among children ages 0-18 and seniors age 65 and older, 50.0% had a dental visit. For working-age adults ages 19-64, 38.7% had a dental visit. Among children, disparities in dental care use have been narrowing over time among income and racial/ethnic groups and ...
Whitening | American Dental Association - ADA
网页2022年7月26日 · Only natural teeth can be whitened, not tooth-colored restorations. Whitening treatments include in-office bleaching procedures, dentist-supplied products for use at home, and over-the-counter (OTC) whiteners. Carbamide peroxide and hydrogen peroxide are commonly used in whitening interventions and can readily permeate dental …
Denture Care and Maintenance | American Dental Association - ADA
网页2023年4月12日 · Dental examinations and appropriate care will often help reduce or eliminate the need for denture adhesive products. Some dental adhesives contain zinc and their overuse could contribute to excessive levels of zinc in the body. 9 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration 9 recommends the following for consumers who use denture …
Aging and Dental Health | American Dental Association - ADA
网页2023年8月21日 · Key points. The demographic of older adults (i.e., 65 years of age and older) is growing and likely will be an increasingly large part of dental practice in the coming years. Although better than in years past, the typical aging patient’s baseline health state can be complicated by comorbid conditions (e.g., hypertension, diabetes mellitus ...
Fluoride Clinical Guidelines | American Dental Association - ADA
网页The resulting guidelines serve as a valuable resource for dental professionals, enabling them to make sound clinical decisions and apply scientific findings in caring for patients. Below you will find guidelines for the use of products that contain fluoride. Recommendations on topical agents such as mouth rinses, varnishes, gels, foams and …
Current Policies | American Dental Association - ADA
网页2021年8月3日 · The term "Essential Dental Care" be defined as any care that prevents and eliminates infection, preserves the structure and function of teeth as well as the orofacial hard and soft tissues, and that this term be used in lieu of the terms “Emergency Dental Care” and “Elective Dental Care” when communicating with legislators, regulators ...
Prioritize Oral Health Care in America | American Dental …
网页CHICAGO, May 23, 2024 – The American Dental Association (ADA) applauds members of Congress for prioritizing oral health as a critical component of Americans' overall health and wellbeing. Beyond teeth and gums, the mouth serves as a window to the rest of the body and can show signs of infection, nutritional deficiencies and systemic diseases.
Resources | American Dental Association - ADA
网页Powered Interdental Cleaners or Oral Irrigators. These products were found to be safe and show efficacy in removing plaque and helping to prevent and reduce gingivitis along the gumline and between teeth. Learn more about what the ADA says about interdental cleaners. Helps prevent and reduce gingivitis along the gumline and between teeth.