"For the Patient" is a series of the Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA) that provides general information on dental treatments in easy-to-understand language that can be shared with patients chairside. This collection provides information about each "For the Patient" article with a link to the full text of the article on jada.ada.org.
This collection spans across decades, therefore the content of older articles linked here may be out of date. Potentially impacted articles are so noted in their description. Please consult your dentist or the ADA if you have any questions regarding older articles.
This archival collection includes the "For the Patient" series from 1997 to 2023. To read the articles from the last two years, visit the "For the Patient" page on the ADA Library & Archives website.
Submissions from 2020
Reprint of Fighting cavities with fluoride, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Helping your child fight tooth decay, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Just what the doctor ordered: Relieving dental pain, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Keeping an eye on your gums, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Oral and throat cancer: What you should know, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Oral care during cancer treatment, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Oral health care tips for caregivers, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Protection from tooth decay: Dental sealants, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Smart shopping with the ADA Seal of Acceptance, A. M. Mark
Reprint of The word on vaping: don't start, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Using antibiotics wisely, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Vaccines for your child: Human papillomavirus, A. M. Mark
Reprint of What is dental erosion?, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Why does my jaw hurt?, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Your child's teeth, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Your teeth and jaws under pressure, A. M. Mark
Smart Shopping with the ADA Seal of Acceptance, A. M. Mark
The Changing Oral Health Care Needs of Older Adults, A. M. Mark
The Word on Vaping: Don't Start, A. M. Mark
Submissions from 2019
A Look at E-Cigarettes, A. M. Mark
Amalgam Fillings: Safe, Strong, Affordable, A. M. Mark
Dealing with Dental Pain, A. M. Mark
Dental X-Rays, A. M. Mark
Fighting Cavities With Fluoride, A. M. Mark
Oral and Throat Cancer: What You Should Know, A. M. Mark
Oral Care During Cancer Treatment, A. M. Mark
Oral Health Tips for Caregivers, A. M. Mark
Reprint of Just what the doctor ordered: Relieving dental pain, A. M. Mark
Using Antibiotics Wisely, A. M. Mark
Why Does My Jaw Hurt?, A. M. Mark
Your Child's Teeth, A. M. Mark
Submissions from 2018
Can Diabetes Affect My Oral Health?, A. M. Mark
Dental Care During Pregnancy, A. M. Mark
Just What the Doctor Ordered: Relieving Dental Pain, A. M. Mark
Keeping an Eye on Your Gums, A. M. Mark
Options for Dealing with Tooth Decay, A. M. Mark
Protection from Tooth Decay: Dental Sealants, A. M. Mark
Vaccines for Your Child: HPV, A. M. Mark
What is Dental Erosion?, A. M. Mark
Your Teeth and Jaws Under Pressure, A. M. Mark
Submissions from 2017
Coping Skills for Facing Dental Fears, A. M. Mark
Getting Whiter Teeth, A. M. Mark
Keeping Your Teeth and Mouth Safe, A. M. Mark
Knocking Tobacco Out, A. M. Mark
Limiting the Effects of Dry Mouth, A. M. Mark
Oral Cancer: What to do if Something Unusual Shows Up, A. M. Mark
Submissions from 2016
Dental Sealants, A. M. Mark
Diabetes and Oral Health, A. M. Mark
Oral Health Concerns for Older Adults, A. M. Mark
Relieving Dental Pain, A. M. Mark