Shark Teeth
Which shark has needle-like teeth?
Sand Tiger Shark
What do Nurse Sharks eat?
Shellfish, crustaceans
What causes cavities?
Acid from bacteria
What type of teeth cut food?
Serrated
How many sets of teeth do sharks have in a lifetime?
Thousands
Which sharks have serrated teeth for cutting?
Blacktip, Sandbar, Silky
Why do sharks not get cavities easily?
No sugar diet
What do bacteria feed on?
Sugar
What type of teeth crush food?
Flat
Do sharks brush their teeth?
No
Which sharks have flat crushing teeth?
Nurse Shark, Bamboo Shark
What type of prey do Silky Sharks hunt?
Fast-moving fish
What protects your teeth?
Enamel
What type of teeth grab prey?
Needle-like
What helps wash away food in the mouth?
Saliva
Which shark has teeth that are long, narrow, and needle-like with no serrations, and what is their main function?
Sand Tiger Shark used to impale and hold prey
Which shark would most likely eat crabs and shellfish?
Nurse Shark
Why does eating a lot of sugar increase your risk of cavities?
Bacteria use sugar to make acid that damages teeth
Which teeth type is most similar to human molars?
Flat teeth
What is one major difference between shark teeth and human teeth?
Sharks replace teeth; humans do not
What type of teeth would a shark need if it eats large animals like seals?
Serrated Teeth
Why do sharks that eat fast-moving fish need strong teeth?
To catch and hold prey quickly
How are human teeth more likely to trap food compared to shark teeth?
Human teeth have grooves that trap food
Why is tooth shape just as important as diet for oral health?
Because it affects how food is trapped and how teeth function
Why are humans more likely to get cavities than sharks?
Sugar diet
tooth structure
no replacement