Dietary
Are crackers cariogenic?
Yes
What are some causes of dry mouth?
Smoking, medications, aging, dehydration, mouth breathing, marijuana, and alcohol.
About an arms length
What is the name of the sticky film of bacteria that forms on our teeth that leads to caries?
Plaque/Biofilm
How long does it take for your mouth to go back to a basic state after eating?
About 20-30 mintues
What is the name of the product that start with the letter "X" that can help with dry mouth?
Xylitol
Why make a "C" shape with floss?
What layer of the tooth do cavities start in?
Enamel
What is the pH level of the mouth when demineralization of enamel occurs?
5.5
If you mouth breath at night, what are some things you can do to help with this?
Sleep with a humidifier, apply vaseline to lips and gums
Does mouthwash in a water flosser work better then regular water?
No! They are equally effective
Where are cavities mostly found in people with dry mouth?
Root surfaces