American Museum of Natural History
How Lou Got the Flu
Six questions probe participants to discover the possibility of catching a virus from others—even animals. Here, the influenza virus travels from duck to person in a round-about way. The quiz concludes with helpful tips to stay...
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The American Dental Hygienists' Association
A comprehensive site for careers in dental hygiene. Click on Career Information on the right hand side for careers, education, and licensing.
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American Dental Association: Be a Dentist
From the American Dental Association, this page informs those with an interest in a career in dentistry. It includes information about professional associations, "day in the life" profiles of dentists, a list of ten reasons dentists...
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American Dental Association: Education and Careers
If you are interested in a career in the dental field, this site will be very useful. Describes the duties, training, and requirements for the jobs of Dental Assistant, Dentist, Dental Hygienist, Dental Technician, and Dental Therapist.
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Teachingheart.net: A Teacher's Dental Health Page
These lesson plans teach students the importance of good dental hygiene and feature crafts, games, books ,and songs.
Columbia University
Columbia University: School of Dental and Oral Surgery
Gives their program overview, and information on admissions, financial aid, and a campus guide. The site also mentions online courses.
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Minnesota Dental Association: Educational Activities: Sip All Day, Get Decay
Sip All Day, Get Decay is a comprehensive approach to eliminating tooth decay. Learn how you can stop the spread of cavities, gum disease and tooth decay simply by reducing the number of soft drinks you drink each day. Take the Soda Pop...
American Cancer Society
American Cancer Society: Oral Cavity (Mouth) and Oropharyngeal (Throat) Cancer
The American Cancer Society provides a detailed guide on oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancer. Content includes a focus on what this cancer is, its causes and risk factors, detection and diagnosis, treatment options, and how to talk with...
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Healthy Teeth: Oral Health Education Database: Prevention
Get tips on how to prevent tooth decay. Learn how flouride works, as well as how to floss and brush your teeth. More specific information on dental x-rays and different sealants is also provided.
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Blue Cross Dental Plans
Blue Cross Health Ins. Co. website summarizes their various dental plans: PPO, Saver Select HMO, Select HMO, Premier Select HMO, Senior Dental PPO, Senior Select HMO, and SmileNet Dental.
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Allegany College: Dental Hygiene Program
This resource, which is provided for by Allegany College, contains information and links about a career in Dental Hygiene.
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Isds: Careers in Dentistry
This professional society site gives information on what you need to become a dentist, dental hygienist, dental assistant or a dental lab technician.
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Healthy Teeth: Oral Health Education Database
Teeth and gums, prevention, cavities, braces, experiments, and activities are part of this comprehensive site.
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Healthy Teeth: Oral Health Education Database: Teeth and Gums
Ever wonder what the difference between baby teeth and adult teeth is? Learn about tooth growth and development. In addition, find out information about the different types of teeth in your mouth and the specific parts of a tooth.
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Healthy Teeth: Oral Health Education Database: Cavities
Have you ever wondered what causes a cavity? Learn what roles sugar and plaque play in tooth decay. For those who are interested there is also even a slideshow about root canals.
National Institutes of Health
Snack Smart for Healthy Teeth
Learn how to avoid tooth decay by avoiding sugary snacks and treats. Try a snack from the "smart snack food list" and reduce the amount of sugar you eat on a daily basis.
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Healthy Teeth: Oral Health Education Database: Braces
Learn how braces work to straighten teeth.
Curated OER
Kids Health: Your Teeth
This resource provides this illustrated article about human teeth.
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Professional Equine Dentistry
This site contains useful information regarding equine dentistry. It includes definitions and frequently asked questions.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Going to the Doctor's Office With Daniel Tiger & Mister Rogers
Join Mister Rogers and Daniel Tiger as they explore the doctor's office and learn about why check-ups are important in our favorite select clips from The Fred Rogers Company. Through these episodes, clips, activities, and articles, help...
Curated OER
Kids Health: The Truth About Teeth
Use this site to learn all about your teeth. Complete with an individual tooth diagram and a diagram of a full set of teeth in the mouth.
Library of Congress
Loc: Everyday Mysteries, Who Invented the Toothbrush?
The Library of Congress offers a concise history of the toothbrush. Did you know a some form of a toothbrush has been around since 3000 BC?
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Doctor of Dentistry (Dds) Programs Graduate Programs in East u.s.a.
This is a list which includes names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers. Some include Peterson's in-depth description of the school's programs, costs, financial aid available and more.
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Family Gentle: Pop and Cavities
Why is pop bad for teeth? This site from Family Gentle Dentistry provides facts that everyone should know about the dangers of drinking too much soda pop. "Sip all day and get decay," and other things is the overriding message.