Terminology
Another name for front teeth
Anterior teeth
When did Dr. Gangji buy Stony Plain Dental Centre?
2012*
3 basic parts of any instrument.
Working end, shank, handle.
Enamel is the hardest structure in the human body.
True.
___% of tooth structures are missed by not flossing.
40%.
Image taken showing crown and apex of tooth. Used for diagnostic purposes.
Periapical x-ray
Where was the first dental hygiene program offered in Canada?
University of Toronto.*
What instrument is used to remove calculus buildup?
Scaler.
70% of systemic diseases have oral manifestations.
False. 90%.
The average toothbrush has _______ bristles.
A) 200
B) 1000
C) 2000
C) 2000.
Definition of halotosis.
Bad breath.
In ______, Irene Newman became the world's first dental hygienist.
1905*
An ultrasonic scaler uses vibrations and _____ to remove calculus buildup on teeth.
Water
A human's tongue is the only organ fully formed at birth.
True.
How many teaspoons are in regular can of pop?
8.
Another term for gum disease.
Periodontitis
In 2700 BC, this Chinese practice was used to treat tooth pain.
Acupuncture*
How many working strokes does it take to get a beveled edge when sharpening instruments?
45 strokes.*
There are 3000 types of bacteria found in dental plaque.
False. 300.
What colour toothbrush is more popular? Red or blue?
Blue
Toothache*
The first set of false teeth were discovered in _________.
700 BC*
How often should hygiene instruments be replaced?
9-18 months.*
Mosquitos have 0 teeth.
False. They actually have 47 teeth.*
Who has more teeth? Dog, cat, armadillo, or pig?
Armadillo*
Dog: 42
Cat: 30
Armadillo: 104
Pig: 44