Oral Hygiene
How many permanent teeth does a person have?
Usually 32
What are boogers made of?
Mucus! A thin, slippery material that traps tiny particles like dust, dirt, and germs when you inhale.
What percentage of men wash their hands after using the bathroom?
Only 75% (90% of women)
14 times on average
iPhones often have more germs than a toilet seat
True!
What is plaque?
Sticky bacteria on your teeth that can cause cavities
How much snot does your nose make everyday?
Nearly 1 cup
What is the dirtiest part of a public bathroom?
The floor. It has 2 million bacteria per square inch!
If I need to fart or burp in class, what should I do?
Try to go in the hallway, bathroom or away from other people. Always say "excuse me!"
Money like credit cards and dollar bills are the cleanest objects in your wallet.
False! Some even contain remnants of fecal matter.
What is the easiest way to get rid of plaque?
Brushing your teeth!
What causes acne?
Dirt or extra oil clogging your pores
False! This may make people feel uncomfortable.
What causes burps?
When we eat, we swallow lots of air. Eventually, it exits our stomachs and comes out our throats as a burp.
The 5 second rule for food is real and keeps us safe.
False!
What are the 3 main functions of your teeth?
1. chewing/ biting
2. speaking
3. appearance
What might happen if I pick/rip off a hangnail?
It could get infected
Which bathroom stall usually has the least amount of germs?
The first stall because most people choose a stall farther from the bathroom door for more privacy.
What causes farts?
Gas released by our intestines
Germs can survive on your hands for over 3 hours
True!
When was the first electric toothbrush invented?
1880, however it was not cordless until 1960
If I feel like picking my nose, skin, hair, or teeth, where should I go?
Somewhere private like the bathroom. Be sure to wash your hands!
When was the modern toilet invented?
1775
What makes farts more odorous?
Eating foods with high sulfur content or high levels of bacteria in your intestines
70% of foodborne illnesses come from not washing your hands
True!