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through the Interlibrary Loan System. In addition, Connecticut residents may borrow books directly from
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Since this resource guide is
a publication of Healthnet:
Connecticut Consumer Information Network,, a program of the Lyman Maynard
Stowe Library, University of Connecticut Health Center, it includes Connecticut
as well as national resources when they are available.
The Guide includes Internet websites as well as books and pamphlets.
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Library makes no recommendations for these products or services nor endorses them.
Some of the books on this resource
guide are not included in the collection of the Lyman Maynard Stowe Library
at the University of Connecticut Health Center.
INTRODUCTION TO DENTAL HEALTH
BOOKS
The Columbia University School of Dental
and Oral Surgery's Guide to Family Dental Care.. Rebecca W. Smith and
the Columbia University School of Dental and Oral Surgery. W.W. Norton,
1997. 446 p. (ISBN 0-393-04036-4).
In addition to discussing dental care through
the life cycle, this detailed but easy-to-read handbook includes advice
on preventive care at home and at the dentist's office. There are also
chapters on dental structure and tooth development as children grow. Root
canal therapy, orthodontics, temporomandibular disorder (TMD), tooth replacement,
and related medical conditions are explained in laymen's terms.
The Complete Guide to Better Dental Care.
Jerry F. Taintor, Mary Jane Taintor. Checkmark Books, 1999. 274 p. (ISBN
0-8160-3383-8/hardcover ISBN 0-8160-4005-2/paperback).
A comprehensive guide to maintaining dental
health and minimizing the cost of tooth care. Written jointly by a dentist
with more than thirty years of experience and a dental office management
consultant. Covers a great variety of dental topics with brief overviews
written in laymen's terms. Topics range from the structure of the teeth,
how to select a dentist, how to determine if your child needs braces, laser
use in dentistry, dental implants, pain and dental anxiety, to dental insurance.
Includes a glossary of basic dental terms, directory of U.S. and Canadian
dental schools, and directory of state dental associations.
Dental Care and Oral Health Sourcebook. Amy Sutton,
editor. Omnigraphics, 2003. 609 p. (ISBN 0-7808-0634-4).
A one-volume compilation of pamphlets published
by a variety of federal government agencies. Written for the layperson. Organized
by broad topics such as gum disease, braces, implants, dental emergencies,
and special health needs. Many pamphlets are written in question and answer
format.
Dental Health for Adults: A Guide to Protecting
Your Teeth and Gums. A Special Health Report from Harvard Medical School.
Hans-Peter Weber.
Harvard Health Publications
, 2007. 48 p.(ISBN 1-933225-42-4).
Focused on dental health topics, such as dental
anxiety, tooth replacements, orthodontics, and cosmetic dentistry, this
is one of a series of special, brief health reports written under the direction
of the Harvard Medical School. Faculty medical advisor for the publication
is a professor at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine. The text has a
thorough discussion of proper dental care. Explanations are enhanced by
clear drawings of tooth anatomy and the processes of tooth decay and gum
disease, charts on dental cavity materials, warning signs for oral cancer,
and dental emergencies.The booklet includes a glossary of dental terms.
Available from Harvard Health Publications, P.O. Box 421073, Palm Coast,
FL 32142-1073.
Healthy Teeth: A User's Manual. Everything
you need to know to find a good dentist and take proper care of your teeth.
Marvin J. Schissel and John E. Dodes. St. Martin's Griffin, 1999. 272 p.
(ISBN 0-312-20077-3).
Written by two experienced dentists, the majority
of this book for dental patients cautions patients, in specific detail,
how to be wary of incompetent and fraudulent dentists. There is a chapter
on specific types of dental quackery. The authors emphasize that extra
time and cost are involved in quality dental care. The book includes an
explanation of the process involved in a quality filling, other dental
procedures, and specifies approximately how long different types of dental
work will last. It discusses what to do in specific dental emergencies
if a dentist is not available. Includes an index and a glossary of dental
terms.
Take this book to the dentist with you.
Charles B. Inlander. People's Medical Society, 1998. 256 p. (ISBN 1-8882606-27-2).
One of a series of patient/consumer advocacy
books written by the staff of the People's Medical Society, a national
consumer health advocacy organization. Practical, straightforward information
on dental treatment, including care for patients with special needs, and
medical conditions that affect dental care. Strong emphasis on selecting
and evaluating dentists. Includes questions to ask the dental receptionist
and a dentist information worksheet to be used for comparing dentists being
considered. Also discusses dental insurance and finances.
Understanding dental health. Francis
G. Serio. University Press of Mississippi, 1998. 128 p. (ISBN 1-57806-009-5 hardcover/
1-57866-010-9 paperback).
Written for patients by a professor of dentistry
at the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry. This book discusses
the anatomy of the mouth and tooth development in detail. Describes technical
terms in a straightforward format. There is information on decay prevention,
extractions, and dental implants. Description of dental filling materials
and how a tooth is filled. Information on dental emergencies, oral cancers,
and oral effects of AIDS are included in a chapter entitled, "What Else
Can Go Wrong?" Explanation of research trends, suggestions for additional
reading, including websites, and a list of U.S. dental schools.
What to do for Healthy Teeth. Easy to Read.
Easy to Understand.
Sadie S. Mestman and Ariella D. Herman. Institute
for Healthcare Advancement, 2004. 197 p. (ISBN 0-9720148-0-2 paperback).
Brief, very easy-to-understand,
large type, one to three page articles on important dental topics, written especially
for health consumers. Authored jointly by a dentist and a health educator,
this basic overview discusses topics such as how to deal with tooth accidents
at home, losing baby teeth, dental fillings, dry mouth, and caring for
your baby's teeth. Includes a word list with definitions and an index.
Also available in Spanish. (ISBN 0-9720148-1-0).
MAGAZINE/JOURNAL
Maintaining healthy teeth and gums.(Medical
essay.) Supplement to the June 2002 issue of the Mayo Clinic Health
Letter. vol. 20 #6.
Clearly written, eight page detailed summary
for consumers about tooth structure, tooth and gum care, including
tooth brushing instructions. There is an explanation of the steps in a
dentist's visit and an overview of treatment options such as crowns, scaling,
and root planing. Large color illustration of the tooth and its structure
and root canal treatment.
WEBSITES
Website of the international society of general
dentists who provide "primary dental care" to "patients of all ages." Information
for consumers on a variety of oral health topics. Select "For the Public."
A service of the Academy, SmileLine Online,
on the Academy's website, allows patients to post dental health questions
on a message board. The questions are answered by dentists who are Academy
members, though they are not identified by name. Questions and responses
are posted on the website.
Also, users of the website can find dentists who are members of the
Academy by searching online by typing a dentist's name or a location.
American
Dental Association (ADA)
Advice for maintaining dental health from
the American Dental Association, national professional association of dentists.
The "Find an ADA Member Dentist" section gives the Internet
user access to a list of ADA members, searchable by dentist's name or by
location. The site also provides information on the significance of the ADA Seal of Acceptance
for dental products and a list of approved consumer products.
Links to a collection of online dental health
resources and pamphlets from the website of the Stanford University Health
Library. The subjects include dental anatomy, jaw disorders, salivary gland disorders,
cosmetic dentistry, tooth whitening systems, fluoride, and tooth extractions.
A variety of oral health brochures available
online from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research,
a part of the National Institutes of Health. Select "Diseases and Conditions." Among the topics included
are fillings, gum diseases, sealants, Sjogren's syndrome, and taste disorders.
Information on periodontal plastic procedures,
children's oral health, women and periodontal disease, and related topics. Color photos of stages of gum disease are in the children's
oral health section. Some articles are available
in Spanish as well as English. From the consumer information section of the website of the American
Academy of Periodontology, an organization of dentists who specialize in treating gum disease.
Simple
Steps to Better Dental Health
A collection of dental information reviewed
by faculty of the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine.
Provides an overview of a variety of dental topics including implants,
root canal, crowns, and dentures.
The "Ask the Dentist" feature includes responses
written by Columbia University College of Dental Medicine dentists to health consumers' questions.
Surgeon
General's Report on Oral Health
Published in 2000, the Surgeon General's Report
on Oral Health, the first published by the Surgeon General's office, identifies
a "silent epidemic of dental and oral diseases." Emphasizes the connection
between oral health and general health.
Links to a variety of websites with information
on maintaining oral health. Some featured websites are written in Spanish.
The MedlinePlus consumer health website is produced by the National Library
of Medicine of the National Institutes of Health.
FINDING A DENTIST
WEBSITES
American
Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
"Find a Cosmetic Dentist" online referral
system. Searchable by area code, state, or zip code. In order to be included
on the referral list, both Accredited Members and General Members of the
organization must attend two out of four of the recent AACD Annual Scientific
Sessions.
American
Academy of Implant Dentistry
The "Find a Dentist" section of the website
includes a U.S. state-by-state and international list of "experienced and
credentialed dental professionals" in the field of oral implantology.
American
Academy of Periodontology
National professional organization of dentists
who specialize in treating gum disease. "Find a Periodontist" area of the
website allows health consumers to search for periodontists within a specific
distance of a selected zip code or for periodontists in a specific city
and state. International searches also available on the website. List of dentists
retrieved includes American Academy of Periodontology members who have decided to
participate in the "Find a Periodontist" search service.
American
Association of Endodontists
Patients seeking a dentist who specializes in diagnosing and treating
problems within a tooth can search the Find an Endodontist
area of the professional organization's website. The website's Patients area includes questions and
answers about root canal procedures and myths about the procedures, a brief guide to dental symptoms, and instructions
for saving a knocked-out tooth.
American Dental
Association website
The
"Find an ADA Dentist" area of the
American Dental
Association website gives the Internet user access to a list of ADA
members, searchable by dentist's name, or by location.
American
Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
The "Public Information" section of the organization's
website includes a "Find an OMS" area for patients. Oral and maxillofacial
surgeons specialize in surgery of the mouth, face, and jaws. They have at least four
years of additional specialized training after completion of dental
school. The website user can search for an oral and maxillofacial surgeon by last name, area code,
zip code, or city. Users may search for surgeons outside the U.S. as well.
American
Association of Orthodontists
There is a "Find an Orthodontist" search
system on the organization's website. Users can type names of a town and
state or zip code to retrieve a list of orthodontists in that area. Each listing includes
the orthodontist's name, address, phone number, and dental school attended. Consumers may also phone the
American Association of Orthodontists
(AAO) toll-free at 1-800-STRAIGHT (1-800-787-2444) for additional information.
Connecticut
Licensing Info Center
State of Connecticut Department of Public
Health licensing requirements for health-related professions--acupuncturist,
dentists, physicians, etc. This website also allows users to verify the
license status of Connecticut health professionals by typing the name of
a doctor, dentist, or other health care provider in the License Verification
area of the web page. Select "License Verification," then "Health License." The verification area of
the website is updated each business day.
Connecticut
Bureau of Regulatory Services
The Connecticut Bureau of Regulatory Services
quarterly online report of disciplinary actions against dentists and other
health practitioners in Connecticut. ("Regulatory Action Report") Requires
Adobe Acrobat Reader on computer for online display. Earlier quarterly
reports also on Bureau's website. Reports can be viewed and downloaded.
Online search for dentists specializing in treating children, from
the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Searchable by dentist's name, by zip code, or city and state.
Updated weekly.
Suggestions from the National Institutes of Health about organizations and agencies
that may provide "reduced cost dental treatment."
On the website of the American Dental Association.
Question and answer format discusses how to resolve disputes, seek a dentist,
obtain dental records. Includes appropriate questions to ask your dentist
about treatment recommendations, cost of treatment, office policies.
DENTAL SURGERY
WEBSITES
American
Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
In the "Public Information" section of the
website, under "Patient Information," there are brief, online patient information pamphlets on topics
such as corrective jaw surgery, cosmetic maxillofacial surgery, and dental
implants.
Nutrition
After Dental Surgery
Select brochure on "Nutrition"
from the website's "Public Information" section to view this
online brochure from the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgeons.
IMPLANTS
BOOK
A Patient's Guide to Dental Implants.
Thomas Balshi, William Becker, Edmond Bedrossian, and Peter Wohrle. Addicus Books, 2003. 114 p.
(ISBN 1-886039-65-8).
Brief but comprehensive explanation of the process and types of tooth implantation,
written by dentists for patients considering the procedure. Clear black and white sketches and photos clarify the
explanations. The book concludes with a resource guide to professional dental organizations and a glossary which defines
terms used in the text.
WEBSITES
Brief questions and answers about dental implants
from the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, professional association
of dentists specializing in implants. Select "Public Information," then "Dental Implant FAQ's."
Short, introductory booklet about dental implants,
their characteristics, and advantages, from the American Association of
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons.
MEDICATIONS
WEBSITES
DRUGS
- PRESCRIPTION/OVER-THE-COUNTER
A selective guide to recommended drug information
websites from Healthnet:Connecticut
Consumer Health Information Network. Information on both prescription
and over-the-counter medications.
On the Intellihealth website. One page information
sheets on "common medications... used in dentistry, possible side effects
and common dosages and regimens".
Information on medications, written for the layperson, from the MedlinePlus website,
produced by the National Library of Medicine, a part of the National Institutes of Health.
COSMETIC DENTISTRY
BOOK
Change your smile. Ronald
E. Goldstein. Quintessence Books, 1997. 328 p. (ISBN 0-86715-291-5).
An overview of cosmetic dental treatment including
stain removal, repair of broken teeth, dental implants, bite difficulties
such as TMJ and overbite, and dental-related plastic surgery. The text
is highlighted by many color photographs of patients, demonstrating before
and after views.
WEBSITE
American
Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
Brief descriptions of cosmetic dental procedures and glossary of dental terms.
Select "Public." Before and after photos of patients who have had
cosmetic dentistry appear in the "Smile Gallery." The organization sponsors the "Give Back a Smile" program
which was established to provide
"cosmetic dental care at no cost to all survivors of domestic violence." Eligibility and application information is available at the
American
Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry website.
Hyperlinks to a variety of recommended cosmetic
dentistry resources from MedlinePlus,
consumer health information website of the National Library of Medicine.
AGING
WEBSITES
Questions such as "Isn't tooth loss inevitable
in the later years?" and "I've heard of some new cosmetic techniques that
can improve smiles. Are they appropriate for older adults?" and answers
from the website of the American Dental Association.
General information on oral health for older
adults from the Health and Age website sponsored by the Novartis Foundation
for Gerontology.
Oral
Health for Older Americans
Fact sheet on oral health in older adults
and suggestions on maintaining oral health from the National Center for
Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion of the U.S. Centers for
Disease Control.
INSURANCE
WEBSITE
Frequently asked questions and responses about
dental insurance and benefits from the website of the American Dental Association,
national professional association of dentists. Discusses how benefits are
determined, why a dental plan may not cover treatment a dentist recommends,
whether a patient can go to a dentist not listed on an insurance plan's provider
list, etc.
Selecting
And Using Dental Benefits : A Consumer's Guide To Dental Insurance
Discussion of types of dental insurance plans,
varieties of coverage, and guidance in selecting an appropriate plan. Published
by the California Dental Association on their website.
DENTAL RESEARCH NEWS
WEBSITES
Current
Health News from the MedlinePlus website
Daily updates on health developments and research.
Articles are from Reutershealth and HealthDay news services as well as federal health-related
agencies.
Brief, consumer-friendly summaries of dental and oral health research
that appears in medical journals.
Indicates the date of issue and name of the journal. From the "Simple Steps to Dental Health" website.
Online medical news sources recommended by
Healthnet: Connecticut
Consumer Health Information Network. Includes medical news sources with daily or weekly email
delivery. Direct hyperlinks to news websites.
Reuters
Health Information Service
Daily medical research news articles for the
consumer (free) and for the professional (subscription fee). Includes citations to the medical journal
articles referred to.
CHILDREN'S DENTAL HEALTH
WEBSITES
American
Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Under "Parent Resource Center/Parent Education Brochures" on this website,
there are one page online question-and-answer style patient education brochures focused on
children's dental health topics such as x-ray safety, fluoride, dental
care for babies, calming the anxious young patient, and sealants. The American
Academy of Pediatric Dentistry is the national professional organization
of dentists who specialize in treating children.
A variety of dental health-related resources for children and parents from the Medlineplus
website of the National Library of Medicine.
A colorful, interactive website on dental health especially for children
from the American Dental Hygienists' Association. In addition to information about
tooth development and healthy snacks, there are links to games and other educational and entertaining
websites for children.
From the website of the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, information for parents
about children's oral health care. Explanation of age-related problems from infancy to adolescence, cleft palate,
dental emergencies, and an illustrated description of a child's mouth and teeth.
Information on tooth development, a child's
first dentist visit, and the effect of pacificers and baby bottles on tooth
growth. Reviewed by dentists from the Columbia University College of Dental
Medicine.
NUTRITION
BOOKS
American Dietetic Association's Complete
Food and Nutrition Guide. Roberta
Larson Duyff. Wiley, 2006. 676 p. Third edition. (ISBN 0-470-04842-5 hardcover, ISBN 0-470-04115-4 paperback).
Comprehensive, easy-to-read guide to nutrients,
eating strategies, children's nutrition, dining out, food safety. Published
by the national professional association of dietitians. Discusses which
food patterns can prevent tooth decay.
Feeding your child for lifelong health. Susan
B. Roberts, Melvin B. Heyman, Lisa Tracy. DIANE Publishing, 2004. 353 p. (ISBN 0-7567-7249-4).
A physician and a nutrition researcher, who
are both experienced parents, collaborate to advise parents how to encourage
their children to eat the healthy foods that will have long lasting positive
effects on their health. Specific suggestions from birth to age six, including menu
ideas. Has advice on cavity prevention and promoting the growth of
strong permanent teeth.
Food Fights.
Laura A. Jana and Jennifer Shu. American Academy of Pediatrics, 2008. 250 p.
(ISBN-13 978-1-58110-244-4).
"Winning the Nurtritional Challenges of Parenthood Armed with Insight,
Humor, and a Bottle of Kethcup."
Practical suggestions on encouraging children to eat healthy food, from two experienced pediatricians and mothers.
Includes guidance on establishing healthy toothbrushing habits.
WEBSITES
Nutrition websites recommended by
Healthnet:
Connecticut Consumer Health Information Network at the University of
Connecticut Health Center.
Oral Health Fact Sheet on "Nutrition,"
from the Academy of General Dentistry, professional
society of dentists who treat patients of all ages. Describes vitamins and minerals that are beneficial for
dental health and warns against foods that encourage cavities.
Recommendations for "mouth-healthy" foods. Specific examples of the best and worst
snack choices for maintaining healthy teeth. An explanation of the short-term and long-term effects of foods
on your teeth. From the Columbia University College of Dental Medicine.
DENTAL PRODUCTS
WEBSITE
American
Dental Association Seal of Acceptance
Details about selecting dental products for
use at home. Information on how oral care products are evaluated to qualify
for the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance.
Searching for additional information
Consult the Reference Librarian at your public
library for assistance in finding information about your diagnosis or general
dental health topics.
If your library cannot provide the information
you request, you or the librarian, if located in Connecticut, may contact
Healthnet: Connecticut Consumer Health Information Network at the University
of Connecticut Health Center Library for a customized information search
in the medical library that focuses on your specific questions.
This resource guide was compiled by Judith
Kronick, Healthnet Reference Librarian.
Copyright 2008. All rights reserved.
Lyman Maynard Stowe Library
Information for the patient can be found
in the "Your Oral Health" section of the website. The "A to Z Topics" area of this section
is an alphabetical listing of subjects such as fluoride supplements,
"knocked out tooth," and oral cancer.
If you would like to recommend a resource
for this list, please email kronick@uchc.edu.
University of Connecticut Health Center
Farmington, Connecticut
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