The inner part of the tooth is called ______.
pulp
The outer layer of skin is _______.
epidermis
A cream or lotion which screens out ultraviolet rays is called _______.
sunscreen
A film of harmful bacteria on the teeth is called __________.
plaque
Name three ways to control plaque buildup.
brush after eating
brush at bedtime
floss daily
eat sweets less often
have regular dental checkups
Digestive juices in your mouth are called _________.
saliva
Dark colored pigment in the skin that gives the skin a brownish color is called _______.
melanin
What portion of the skin is affected in a first degree burn?
Just the epidermis
cavities
How should you treat a first degree burn?
use cool water
The outer part of your tooth is called _________.
enamel
sebum
What portion of the skin does a 2nd degree burn affect?
the epidermis and dermis
The improper fitting together of the upper and lower teeth is called _________.
malocclusion
How should you treat a 2nd degree burn?
cool water; cover with sterile cloth or bandage
The hard, bonelike tissue that forms the tooth is called ______.
dentin
The fatty layer of skin that stores energy is the _____________.
subcutaneous layer
What portion of the skin does a 3rd degree burn affect?
epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous layer
A hard deposit of plaque is called _______.
calculus
How should you treat a third degree burn?
Get emergency medical treatment
An infection in the gums may lead to ____________ disease.
periodontal
What are three signs of infection?
redness, swelling, pus, and throbbing pain
2nd degree burn
A dentist that specializes in treating crooked, crowded teeth is called ________.
an orthodontist