What they do for a living
What ages do they help
All ages
An oral hygiene instrument used to clean the mouth by brushing.
Toothbrush
How often should you brush your teeth
Why do people receive braces
Crowded teeth, underbite, overbite, spacing, gum disease, etc.
Flossing is recommended at least 3x a week
True
What do they help with
Teeth cleaning, x-rays, root canal, repairing fractured teeth, assessing jawbones and teeth bite alignment, etc.
A thin cord, usually made of nylon or silk, used for cleaning between teeth to remove food and plaque in areas a toothbrush can't reach.
Dental Floss
What are the negative effects of neglecting to floss?
If you don't floss, you're at risk for a number of dental and overall health problems. These include gum disease, tooth decay, cavities, bad breath, and heart disease.
Why do cavities occur?
When you don't brush or floss
Estimate for their yearly salary
$172,654 a year.
A hand-held, mechanical tool used for various dental procedures, such as removing decay, polishing fillings, cosmetic dentistry, and modifying prostheses.
Dental Drill
How often should you go to the dentist
Atleast once a year
What is the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist
Dentists specialize in cleaning your teeth while orthodontists specialize in fixing them.
Workplace in a dentist's office
fast-paced environments, well lit rooms, comfy office chairs,
a metal dental instrument usually long, thin, and blunted at the end.
Probe
What is the vitamin or mineral used in toothpaste to make teeth stronger?
Fluoride
Made up of small-bore tubing (usually plastic or rubber polymer) where water comes out
Waterline