Oral Diseases
a hole caused by sugar and acid destroying tooth surface
What is a cavity?
the kind of toothbrush head you should use
what is a soft toothbrush
to give your gums a rest and prevent infections, you should do this with your dentures every night before bed.
what is remove your dentures?
to keep your mouth healthy, you should change this item every 3 months or sooner if the bristles are worn.
What is your toothbrush?
This drink is the healthiest choice for your teeth
What is water?
also known as halitosis
What is bad breath?
How many times should you brush your teeth each day?
what is twice a day
just like natural teeth, dentures need this to remove food and plaque every day.
What is brushing them with a soft denture brush?
Tip to help with bad breath
what is daily tongue cleaning?
Eating too much of this sweet ingredient found in cakes and lollies can cause tooth decay.
What is sugar?
commonly caused by medications and aging
What causes dry mouth?
length of time to brush for
what is 2 minutes?
Doing this with your dentures after eating helps wash away food and keep your mouth fresh.
What is rinsing them with water?
take small sips of water, use gum or mints
What are some things to help with a dry mouth?
True or False: It’s better to sip sugary drinks slowly throughout the day instead of finishing them quickly.
What is False? (Sipping keeps sugar on teeth longer and causes more decay.)
also known as gum disease
What is gingivitis?
How often should you floss?
what is once a day
products to clean dentures with
What is mild soap OR denture cleanser?
angle towards gum with toothbrush
What is 45 degree angle?
This vitamin, found in oranges and other fruits, helps keep gums healthy and prevents them from bleeding.
What is Vitamin C?
disease of the bone and tissues supporting the teeth
What is periodontitis?
important ingredient in toothpaste
What is fluoride?
This U.S. President was long believed to wear wooden dentures, but in reality, his false teeth were made of ivory, animal teeth, and even human teeth.
Who is George Washington?
Helpful product in gums and mints that can help with saliva flow
Crispy fruits and vegetables like apples and carrots help clean teeth because they increase this.
What is saliva flow (or chewing action)?