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Dr. David Parker, DDS

Patient Resouces

Specialist Referrals

University Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons:
Dr. Jack E. Gotcher
Dr. J. Michael McCoy

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates
Dr. Ted A. George

Prosthodontics
Dr. Steven J. LoCascio

Favorite Links

In addition to our own website, there are other sites on the Web that provide interesting and helpful dental information. Because we are committed to improving the oral healthcare knowledge of our patients, we are providing the following selection of links to other sites you might find interesting and informative. We have grouped some of the links into various categories to provide quick access to the topics of greatest interest to you.

Children

Here are some fun and entertaining dental related sites for children (and parents).

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Provides excellent information pediatric dentistry for parents with young children.

Kids Health
The largest and most visited site on the Web providing doctor-approved health information about children from before birth through adolescence. Sections for parents, teens, and kids.

Kids Healthworks
Free parenting resources, child safety tips, child health questions, and more. This is the parenting resource site for the broadcast television series Kids Healthworks developed in conjunction with the American Academy of Pediatrics and currently airing on Discovery Health Channel.

Colgate Kids World
Colgate Kids World provides a safe, fun and educational online world for kids to play games while learning about good oral care. At Colgate Kids World you will find online videos with Dr. Rabbit, a Brush Chart and many fun games for all ages.

Crest Kids
Learn how to get your kids interested in learning about dental health, gum disease and cavities. Includes tips for tykes, parents guide, product information, and games.

Periodontal (Gum) Disease & Implants

American Academy of Periodontology
Frequently asked questions about periodontal (gum) disease and implants compiled by the American Academy of Periodontology.

Healthcare

General health websites covering a variety of topics.

WebMD
The worlds leading source for trustworthy and timely health and medical news and information. Providing credible health information, supportive community, and educational services by blending award-winning expertise in content, community services, expert commentary, and medical review.

Health Scout
Consumer health news, information and resources updated daily. Features include mini-checkups, health library, medical search and more.

Tobacco Information (Quit Smoking!)

Several resources and information to help those who smoke to quit. Smoking is terribly harmful to your teeth and a healthy smile.

Tobacco and Cancer
Resource for those who want to stop smoking, as well as other information on cancer. Smoking greatly increases a persons chances of oral cancers.

Cosmetic Dentistry

American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
General information on cosmetic dentistry and what it can do for you.

General Dental Websites

The following links provide some good general information on dentistry.

Floss.com
Contains a wide variety of dental health information,w including articles on womens dental health issues, child dental care information, halitosis (bad breath) section, and new dental product information.

American Dental Association
Provides information for the general public including dental care articles, dental insurance information, and information for students interested in dentistry.

Glossary of Dental Terms
American Dental Associations comprehensive reference provides a glossary of dental terms as they relate to the public.

Oral Health Care & Products

Links to sites providing helpful information on oral health and home care products patients can use to maintain optimum oral health.

American Dental Hygienists Association
Covers a wide variety of dental topics. Particularly beneficial is the online newsletter which features an oral health FAQ section and an online quiz.

Colgate
Trusted resource for dental health information and oral care products.

Crest
One of the worlds most trusted brands in dental products.

Oral-B
Oral-B developed this learning center for dental health education to promote oral care habits that are essential to the lifelong health of teeth and gums. The site includes information and advice for children, adults, and dental health teachers.

Sonicare
Learn how the Sonicare toothbrush creates an indescribable clean feeling, the benefits you can expect, and even take a factory tour.

Other Interesting Websites

Invisalign
Invisalign is the invisible way to straighten your teeth, without braces. It works through a series of invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners that no one can tell youre wearing.

Oral Health America
A non-profit organization whose goal is to increase public awareness of oral healths importance to total health.

Operation Smile
A non-profit volunteer medical services organization providing reconstructive surgery and related health care to indigent children and young adults in developing countries and the United States. Operation Smile provides education and training around the world to physicians and other health care professionals to achieve long-term self-sufficiency.

National Museum of Dentistry
The museum, a Smithsonian Institution Affiliate, is a lively national center where visitors learn the importance of a healthy smile and are fascinated by the rich history of dentistry.