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JADA “For the Patient” Resources
These files provide general information on dental treatments and can be shared with your patients to facilitate easy-to-understand chairside conversations.
November 01, 2025
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Type 2 diabetes not only affects your general health, it can also take a toll on your oral health. Let your dentist know if you have Type 2 diabetes.
October 01, 2025
Halloween candies can be tough on your child’s teeth. Take a look at different types of candy and the damage they can do to teeth.
September 01, 2025
Nicotine can be found in cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, even in many of the liquids used with electronic cigarettes or vape pens.
August 01, 2025
As you get your child ready for school, don’t forget to make sure their teeth are healthy. A visit to the dentist, good home care and healthy eating are important.
July 01, 2025
Gum disease is common. Learn about its causes and steps to prevention.
May 01, 2025
Bruxism can not only cause problems with your teeth, it can also cause headaches or pain in your jaw, joints or muscles.
More patient articles from JADA
Diet and Dental Health (December 1, 2024)
Diabetes and Oral Health (November 1, 2024)
Your Dentist And Cancer Care (October 1, 2024)
Healthy Smiles During Pregnancy (September 1, 2024
The Benefits of A Moist Mouth (August 1, 2024)
Home Caregiver (July 1, 2024)
Fighting Cavities with Water Fluoridation (June 1, 2024)
Vaping vs. Smoking Cigarettes (May 1, 2024)
The Value of Dental X-Rays (April 1, 2024)
Protect Your Smile With a Mouthguard (March 1, 2024)
Reducing Dental Pain in Teens and Adults (February 1, 2024)
Do not Let Dental Erosion Eat Away At Your Enamel (January 1, 2024)
Caring for Your Gums (December 1, 2023)
Diabetes and Toothbrushing (November 1, 2023)
Reducing the Risk of Cavities with Sealants (October 1, 2023)
Tackling Tooth Pain in Children (September 01, 2023)
Heading off Cancer with a Vaccine (August 01, 2023)
Feeding a healthy smile (July 01, 2023)
Saving your mouth from sugar (June 01, 2023)
Silver Colored vs. Tooth Colored Fillings (May 01, 2023)
Sources of Fluoride (April 01, 2023)
Identifying head and neck cancer (March 01, 2023)
Caring for little teeth (February 01, 2023)
Straightening your smile (January 01, 2023)
JADA supplement available
For more helpful articles to share with your patients, visit the JADA website and download a special supplement of For the Patient pages that offer Tips for Caring for Your Teeth and Mouth.
