Mouth Hygiene
How many times daily does the ADA (American Dental Association) recommend brushing your teeth?
Twice a day!
(While twice a day is the standard recommendation, brushing more frequently, like after each meal, can be beneficial, as long as you are gentle and use a soft-bristled toothbrush.)
What are tiny things that can make you sick?
Why is it important to keep your fingernails trimmed?
To keep germs and dirt away.
If your not feeling well before school, what should you do if your starting to get sick?
Communicate with parents, stay home from school to stop the spread.
When should you wash your hands at school?
Before lunch, after recess, or after using the bathroom.
What should you use to clean between your teeth?
Dental Floss
How can you see germs with your eyes?
True or False: You should sneeze into your hand?
False. You should sneeze into your elbow. (Vampire sneeze/cough.
True or False: You should share food and drinks with your classmates at school?
False! That will spread germs from person to person.
What can you do if you don’t have soap and water to wash?
Hand sanitizer
How long should you brush your teeth for each time?
Two minutes
What are two kinds of germs that can make people sick?
Bacteria and Viruses
What should you do after you sneeze or cough?
Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer.
How can you help keep your classroom clean and germ-free?
Wipe down desks, wash hands often, and keep your supplies to yourself.
Where do germs like to hide the most on your hands?
Under the fingernails and between fingers.
What can happen if you don’t brush your teeth?
Cavities, tooth decay, gum disease
Where do germs live the most?
On hands, doorknobs, phones, and desks.
True or False: You only need to wash your hands if they look dirty.
False, most bacteria, germs are invisible to the human eye without a microscope.
Why should you not touch your face with unwashed hands?
Because germs can get into your body through your eyes, nose, and mouth.
What are some personal hygiene items that should be used every day?
Deodorant, Tooth brush, Face wash, Soap,
How often should you routinely see the dentist?
Twice a year.
What can you do at school to help stop germs from spreading?
Cover your mouth, wash hands, don’t touch your face, and stay home if you're sick.
What is one thing you should do every day to help stop germs at home?
Take a bath or shower.
DAILY DOUBLE!
Name two things you should clean regularly at home to help stop germs.
Doorknobs and light switches (Also acceptable: phones, tablets, sinks, remotes.)
What is body odor?
The smell produced when sweat interacts with bacteria on the skin.