A condition in which the gums are read, swollen, tender, and bleed easily and can be considered the early stages of periodontal disease
What is Gingivitis?
Wearing these protects your eyes in the sun
What are Sunglasses?
A series of tests of a person’s urine that check normal kidney function and detect urinary tract infection
What is a Urinalysis?
Smooth, raised areas on the skin that can be lighter or darker than surrounding skin. Sun exposure increases the number of these
What are Moles?
A mineral that strengthens the enamel of teeth
What is Fluoride?
This, or pinkeye, is an inflammation of the eye membranes that causes redness, itching, and discharge. It is also contagious
What is Conjunctivitis?
A file that includes your health history and information from previous visits to the doctor
What is a Health Record?
A skin disorder in which pores are clogged with oil and/or bacteria
What is Acne?
A disease of the gums and other tissues that support the teeth
What is Periodontal Disease?
This is the clouding of the lens of the eye that makes images look more “hazy” than usual
What is a Cataract?
An analysis of blood for blood components, chemicals, pathogens, and antibodies
What is a Blood Test?
A permanent design made by inserting pigment into the skin
What is a Tattoo?
The hardened plaque that the dental hygienist scrapes from your teeth
What is Calculus?
A condition in which the pressure of the fluid in the eye is high and may damage the optic nerve
What is Glaucoma?
A record of a person’s health habits, past health conditions, and medical care, allergies, food and drug sensitivities, and family health histories. Your parent or guardian usually fills this out
What is a Health History?
Noncancerous growth on the skin that is caused by the HPV virus
What is a Wart?
Helps remove dental plaque between teeth where brushing cannot reach
What is Flossing?
A physician who specializes in medical and surgical care and treatment of the eyes
What is an Ophthalmologist?
Person to contact if you have severe acne, because untreated acne may result in permanent scarring
What is a Dermatologist?
An immune system disease that often produces inflamed skin covered with thick, white scales
What is Psoriasis?