Oral Health
How many times a day should you brush your teeth?
Two times. Once after breakfast and once right be fore bed.
Is drinking soda is good for your teeth?
NO!
What is the name of a doctor that takes care of teeth?
A Dentist. Dr. Weston Jones is a Pediatric Dentist meaning he only cares for children's teeth.
What is the strongest part of your body?
Enamel
How many teeth do chickens have?
0!
How many minutes should you brush your teeth?
2 minutes!
What is something you should be drinking at or after meals to help wash away food and bacteria?
Water!
How many times a year should you see a dentist?
2 times a year!
How many teeth do humans have?
20 in children- 32 in adults
Which ocean animal has the most teeth?
Great White Shark has 300 teeth.
Besides brushing, what else should we be doing to keep our teeth clean?
Flossing! You should floss once a day at night!
Milk and cheese, spinach and collard greens, oranges, apples, strawberries and papayas
What is a picture of your teeth called? This is taken at a dentist's office.
Xray!
Yes, sort of. Sharing water bottle, tooth brushes and utensils can cause the transfer of cavity germs.
What does saliva do?
What other part of our mouth should we be brushing?
Tongue!
Which is better? Apple Slices or Apple Juice?
Apple Slices!
If you have a cavity and don't see a dentist, what will happen to the cavity?
It will get bigger!
What does plaque turn into if you do not brush your teeth?
Tartar!
What disease is the 2nd most common in the world?
Tooth decay.
What kind of tooth brush should you be using?
A soft toothbrush!
Is sugarless gums good for your teeth?
Yes. Sugar free gum has xylitol in it. It can help prevent plaque.
What is a vitamin that a dentist will put on your teeth to help your teeth stay strong and prevent cavities?
Fluoride!
What does plaque and sugar make?
Acid!
What teeth grow in when your older and most likely have to be removed?
Wisdom teeth.