Brushing and Flossing Facts
How many times a day should you brush your teeth?
2 times per day
Name 1 strategy to use to help you remember to brush for a total of 2 minutes.
Various answers - timer, count, song, electric toothbrush sensor
Untreated cavities can lead to a severe infection that may spread to other parts of the body - True or False
True
A tooth can grow in upside down - True or False
True – rare but can happen when the roots point upwards
How long should you brush your teeth for?
2 minutes
Name 2 ways to keep bad breath away:
Various answers:
Brush and floss
Use mouthwash
Keep saliva flowing - sugar free gum, crunchy snacks such as carrots and apples
Quit Smoking
Regular dentist visits
A ________ happens when a tooth starts to decay and the outer layer of the tooth is damaged.
A Cavity
Do wisdom teeth always need to be removed?
No - but is possible if -
Painful, could damage near by, raise risks for gum disease, braces
How many times a day should your floss?
AT LEAST 1 X per day
Name 1 strategy to help you remember to floss:
Various answers: put floss by toothpaste, set a reminder, floss first and then brush
The Hard outer layer of the tooth is called what?
Enamel
Humans naturally develop how many adult teeth?
32
What are other safe dental tools you may use to clean your teeth if you do not have floss?
Dental piks, water flosser, tiny brushes, eco-friendly string alternatives, floss picks
Name 1 strategy to use to motivate yourself to brush your teeth if you're feeling too tired:
Various answers: use music, splash water on face, walk and brush, sit and brush, etc
What are 2 risk factors that contribute to gum disease?
Tobacco use, poor oral hygiene, excess plaque, medical conditions such as Diabetes, auto immune disease, genetics, stress, grinding teeth, age
What animal has the greatest number of teeth out of the following animals:
A. Cat
B. Dog
C. Bottle-Nose Dolphin
D. Octopus
C - Dolphin Number of Teeth: 72-116
How often should you replace your toothbrush?
Name 1 way to help brush your teeth if you have sensitive gums:
Various answers: sensitive toothpaste, soft bristles, monitor pressure, keep brushing daily!
Smoking and alchohol may cause what challenges with teeth and gum care?
Tooth decay, cavities, Gum disease, etc
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
The largest mammal on early has no teeth - what is it?
Blue Whale - they have baleen plates