Recommended Web Sites

American Academy of Periodontology: Protecting Children's' Oral Health - Describes gingivitis in children, as well as other forms of pediatric periodontal disease. Additional high quality information can also be found on this website, provided by dental professionals specializing in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth.

American Academy of Periodontology: Types of Gum Disease - Describes gingivitis and related forms of periodontal disease. Includes links to related materials, and links to find out more. The American Academy of Periodontology is comprised of dental professionals specializing in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases affecting the gums and supporting structures of the teeth.

Gingivitis - A concise summary of the causes, symptoms, prevention, and treatment of gingivitis from the Mayo Clinic.

MedlinePlus: Gum Disease - Developed by the National Library of Medicine, this consumer health site directs the user to selected online resources on many common diseases, conditions, and concerns.

The Mouth Body Connection - The American Academy of Periodontology shows how your mouth affects your heart, your unborn child, and many other parts of your life.

Periodontal (Gum) Disease - Great information on all aspects of gum disease from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research.

Periodontal Procedures - The American Academy of Periodontology has created this information.

Periodontitis - This indepth look at gum disease is from the Mayo Clinic.

Pregnancy and Oral Health - The Academy of General Dentistry provides this overview of oral health problems in pregnancy.

TeensHealth: Gum Disease - This site was created by the Nemours Foundation's Center for Children's Health Media and aims to provide the best children's health information on the Internet. The information found here is written specifically for teens.