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Many sports and energy drinks as well as sodas and sweetened teas have a lot of acid and sugar. Even fruit juices that are “100% juice” can be acidic and high in sugar. • Limit snacks between meals. Choose foods that are low in acid and sugar, like an apple or handful of almonds. Try to follow up with a glass of water. This can help rinse bits of food from your mouth, but it does not replace brushing and flossing regularly. • If you have sugary foods and drinks, have them with meals. Saliva increases during meals, which helps weaken acid and rinse bits of food from your mouth. • Chew sugarless gum that has the ADA Seal of Acceptance. Chewing gum after meals increases saliva and can help reduce cavities. • Drink water. Drinking tap water with fluoride (FLOOR-eyed) can help prevent cavities. • See your dentist regularly. And, brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste twice a day. Look for oral health products that display the ADA Seal of Acceptance. The ADA Seal is your sign that these products are tested and proven to be safe and effective in keeping your mouth healthy. Figure 3. How much sugar are you drinking? Regular Soda & Energy Drinks Fruit-Flavored Drinks Fruit & Vegetable Juice Drinks* Sweetened Dairy Ready to Drink Coffees & Teas Sports Drinks Flavored Waters * Excludes 100% fruit and vegetable juices and juice concentrates, because all products contain 0 g added sugars, following FDA regulations. Source: Developed based on data from Ng SW, Ostrowski JD, Kuo-ping L. 2017. Trends in added sugars from packaged beverages available and purchased by US households, 2007–2012. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition 106(1):179-88. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Sugar (tsp.) / 8 fl. oz. 6 tsp. 4 ¾ tsp. 4 ¼ tsp. 3 ½ tsp. 3 tsp. 2 ¾ tsp. ¾ tsp. Drink water. Drinking tap water with fluoride (FLOOR-eyed) can help prevent cavities. STANDARD BROCHURES PACKS MEMBER RETAIL 1 $28.00 $42.00 2-9 $23.80 $35.70 10+ $21.00 $31.50 STANDARD BROCHURES PACKS MEMBER RETAIL 1 $28.00 $42.00 2-9 $23.80 $35.70 10+ $21.00 $31.50 PERSONALIZED BROCHURES QTY MEMBER RETAIL 150 $82.50 $124.00 400 $196.00 $300.00 800 $360.00 $540.00 PERSONALIZED BROCHURES QTY MEMBER RETAIL 150 $82.50 $124.00 400 $196.00 $300.00 800 $360.00 $540.00 Pricing for Brochures Pricing for Brochures BEST SELLER Sip and Snack All Day? Risk Decay! This brochure is a primer on how what you eat and drink affects your teeth. It explains how frequent consumption of sugary and sticky foods and drinks cause acid attacks that can damage teeth. Gives pointers on reducing the risk of tooth decay. Also provides tips on choosing healthy foods and beverages and includes the USDA’s Food Plate. Features two easy-to-understand infographics that show the acid levels and sugar content in popular drinks. W292 8 panels, 50 per pack W297 Spanish PERSONALIZE IT! DAB031 BEST SELLER Diabetes and Your Oral Health This brochure shines a light on the effects of diabetes on your patients’ oral health. It details gum disease symptoms to watch for and provides a practical list of information to share with the dentist. It includes photos of periodontal disease and thrush to illustrate potential problems. The brochure features tips for daily oral care to prevent problems before they start. W604 8 panels, 50 per pack PERSONALIZE IT! DAB068 oride n Health Sip and Snack All Day? Risk Decay! NEW Oral Health for Adults Over 60 Adults over 60 can face unique oral health challenges. Provide your patients with a dedicated resource from the ADA that discusses common issues to be aware of and take steps to prevent. This easy-to- read brochure addresses some common pitfalls, such as dry mouth, side effects of prescription medication and periodontitis, along with prevention and treatment tips. Reinforce to patients that getting older doesn’t have to mean losing your teeth. W416 6 panels, 50 per pack REVISED Dry Mouth Inform your patients that dry mouth can lead to more than just discomfort. This revised brochure reviews some of the major contributors to dry mouth, including prescription medication and salivary gland disease, and describes additional problems, such as tooth decay and mouth sores, that can result from letting it go untreated. Also included are potential options for dry mouth relief, such as sugar-free gum and alcohol-free mouth rinse. W279 8 panels, 50 per pack REVISED Should You Take Antibiotics before Your Dental Treatment? Antibiotics before dental treatment are not necessary for most people. Educate your patients about antibiotic prophylaxis and reinforce whether it is necessary for their specific condition. Put patients at ease with this helpful brochure that explains why and when certain people benefit from antibiotic prophylaxis, but most do not. W30720 6 panels, 50 per pack PERSONALIZE IT! DAB096 Health Should You Take Antibiotics before Your Dental Treatment? Salud ¿Bebidas y refrigerios todo el día? ¡Pues caries puede haber! Spanish also available! PATIENT EDUCATION OVERALL HEALTH 56 ORDER ONLINE: ADACATALOG.ORG 57 ORDER BY PHONE: 800.947.4746