Parts of the Mouth
I am the muscle that helps you taste and talk, what am I?
Tongue
What is a cavity?
Cavities are soft spots or small holes in your teeth that happen when the tooth gets damaged
No
True or False: Healthy Gums bleed?
FALSE
What is one way we can clean in between our teeth?
Water Flosser
String Floss
Floss Picks
I am the pink part around your teeth that can bleed if you don’t brush well, what am I?
Gums
What do bacteria in the mouth produce that causes tooth damage?
ACID
If you have crackers for a snack, what food addition can help protect your teeth?
CHEESE
List 2 features of healthy gums
Pink or brown
Not puffy
Don’t bleed
Tight
Don’t Hurt when brushing and flossing
How long should you brush your teeth for?
Minimum 2 minutes
True or False: You only need to brush your teeth, not your tongue
False
What can a cavity look like?
- White, brown or black spot
- Softer and/or sticky
If you eat something sugary what is something you can drink to help bring down the acid level?
A) Juice
B) Water
C) Milk
D) Nothing, sugar is awesome!
B) Water
True or false: When my gums bleed I should stop brushing?
False: If you keep brushing and flossing the bleeding will go away slowly
Name the technique used when string flossing your teeth:
C-shape flossing
What is the function of tonsils?
Act as security guards that trap and check germs at the back of your throat before they reach the rest of your body.
What can a cavity feel like?
- Sensitive to cold, hot and/or sour foods
- Pain
- Doesn't feel like anything (you don't know it's there)
How is fruit healthy for your body but not healthy for your mouth?
Fruits are body healthy because they provide you lots of nutrients but are not teeth healthy because of the sugar and acid levels.
TRUE OR FALSE: Using only a toothbrush, you can remove up to 95% of plaque from tooth surfaces?
what angle shoulds the toothbrush head be when brushing your teeth?
45˚
I am small, hang down, and move when you say "ahh", what am I?
Uvula
Cavities are NOT contagious: TRUE or FALSE
FALSE: Cavities can be contagious
List 2 reasons why gummy bears can be harmful to our teeth?
1. High in sugar (feeds the bacteria in our mouths)
2. Sticky (stays on our teeth longer = prolongs acid exposure by the bacteria in our mouths)
Whats the difference between gingivitis and periodontal disease?
Gingivitis is: Affects Gums and is reversible
Periodontitis: Affects bone and is not reversible
How often should you see a dental hygienist?
6 months