Tooth Anatomy
Dental Hygiene
Common Dental Problems
Nutrition & Teeth
Fun Facts
100

This part of the tooth anchors it into the jawbone.

What is the root?

100

The recommended number of times you should brush your teeth each day.


What is twice?

100

A hole in a tooth caused by decay.

What is a cavity?

100

Eating too many of these sugary treats can lead to cavities.


What are candies (or sweets)?

100

The famous myth says this fictional character takes teeth from under pillows in exchange for money.

What is the tooth fairy

200

The part of the tooth that you can see above the gum line.

What is the crown?

200

This tool is used to remove plaque and food particles between teeth.

What is dental floss?

200

A gum infection that can cause redness, swelling, and bleeding.


What is gingivitis?

200

This dairy product is high in calcium and helps keep teeth strong.

What is milk?

200

The average person produces this much saliva per day, helping protect teeth from decay.

What is 1 liter?

300

The name of the bone-like tissue that supports the tooth under the enamel.

What is dentin?

300

The proper amount of toothpaste to use for an adult.


What is a pea-sized amount?

300

A condition that causes chronic bad breath, even after brushing.

What is Halitosis

300

Drinking too much of this dark beverage can stain your teeth over time.

What is coffee?

300

This animal has teeth that never stop growing.

What is a rabbit (or a beaver?)

400

The soft tissue inside a tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels.

What is pulp?

400

A dentist-recommended ingredient in toothpaste that helps prevent cavities.


What is fluoride?

400

This dental condition, often called "bruxism," happens when a person grinds their teeth.

  • What is teeth grinding?
400

A vitamin found in oranges that helps keep gums healthy.

What is Vitamin C?

400

The hardest-working muscle in the body by weight, which helps with chewing and speaking.

What is the tongue?

500

This hard, outer layer of the tooth is the strongest substance in the human body.

What is enamel?

500

This technique involves making small, gentle circles with your toothbrush to clean teeth effectively.

What is the circular brushing method?

500

The dental treatment used to repair a cavity.

What is a filling?

500

This crunchy vegetable helps clean teeth naturally and stimulates saliva production.

What is a carrot?

500

The number of baby teeth children typically have before they start falling out.

What is 20?

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