Beneficial Bacteria
About how many species of bacteria are currently in your mouth?
(What is) More than 700
What should be done once a day for your teeth?
(What is) Flossing
Not brushing your teeth cause bacteria to build up, decay your teeth, and make what?
(What is) Cavities
S. parasanguinis is a gram-what bacteria?
(What is) Positive
A buildup that cannot be brushed off your teeth and will need help from a dentist
(What is) Dental Calculus or Tartar
What does the L in L. salivarius stand for?
(What is) Ligilactobacillus or Lactobacillus
How many times is it recommended to brush your teeth?
(What is) At least two times a day, or after every meal.
If you don't brush your teeth everyday, what other organ along with your teeth will suffer significantly?
(What is) Tongue
S. parasanguinis has the ability to break down what?
(What is) Foods
Sauerkraut is ____ for oral health
(What is) Good
What is a beneficial bacteria that belongs to the Streptococcus genus that can prevent certain oral infections?
(What is) Streptococcus salivarius or S. salivarius
How many times should you see the dentist in a year?
(What is) At least once a year
What non-oral disease can you get from bad oral health?
(What is) Heart disease
What surfaces does S. parasanguinis reside on?
(What is) Dental
Genetics can have an effect on your risk of ___ disease
(What is) Gum
A group of helpful bacteria that can help prevent and treat oral diseases. This group's name begins with a "P".
(What is) Probiotics
Not doing this may lead to:
Cardiovascular disease
Alzheimer’s disease,
Periodontal disease
Diabetes
High-risk pregnancy
Obstructive sleep apnea
Obesity
Respiratory issues
Rheumatoid arthritis
Kidney disease
Erectile dysfunction
Infertility
What is maintaining proper oral hygiene?
How many people are killed by oral cancer every year?
(What is) 170,000 - 370,000
The price of S. parasanguinis
(What is) Around $200 to $500
A clear, slimy layer that will ocassionally be on your teeth. If not removed, it could cause problems.
(What is) Biofilm/Dental Plaque
A group of helpful bacteria that promotes the growth of already existing bacteria in the mouth. This group's name also begins with a "P".
(What is) Prebiotics
Besides oral cancer, what is the most common type of cancer found in patients with poor oral health
Pancreatic Cancer?
What is the most common disease caused from the oral microbiome?
(What is) Periodontal disease
What effect does S. parasanguinis have on its surrounding pH level?
(What is) It creates low-pH levels in its enviroment.
Your toothbrush should be replaced every __________
(What is) 3-4 months