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What is brushing your teeth?

This daily habit is crucial for keeping your teeth and gums healthy

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What is a toothbrush?

Dentists recommend replacing this tool every 3 to 4 months for optimal cleaning

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This is a common treatment for a tooth that is badly decayed or infected, involving the removal of the tooth’s pulp

Root canal

100

It is recommended to do this twice a day everyday with the help of a denture brush, soap and water

Cleaning dentures

100

How often should you visit the dentist for a check-up?

Every 6 months

200

What is gum disease (or gingivitis)?

This dental condition causes red, swollen gums and can lead to tooth loss if untreated

200

What is dental floss?

This dental accessory is often used to clean between teeth where a toothbrush cannot reach

200

Maintaining good oral health can help reduce the risk of this common condition in older adults, characterized by high blood sugar levels

Diabetes

200

It is recommended to do this atleast once a day to ensure food does not trap between teeth

Flossing

200

What is teeth grinding (or bruxism)?

This habit, often seen in people under stress, can wear down teeth over time

300

What is fluoride toothpaste?

This type of toothpaste helps strengthen tooth enamel and protect against cavities

300

What is sugar?

Consuming this in excess, especially in sugary drinks, can increase your risk of tooth decay

300

This type of cancer can affect any part of the mouth and is strongly linked to alcohol and tobacco use

Oral cancer

300

You use this to help stabilise dentures onto gums so they do not slip out easily

Denture adhesive

300

When do the first adult teeth erupt in the mouth?

6 years old

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What is periodontal disease?

Regular dental check-ups can help detect this disease, which affects the bones supporting your teeth

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What is a dental cleaning (or professional cleaning)?

This procedure removes plaque and tartar buildup from teeth, helping prevent gum disease

400

This is the term for the protective covering on teeth that can wear down over time, leading to increased sensitivity

Enamel

400

A dentist does this in routine 6-monthly checkups to prevent progression of dental disease

Scale and clean

400

Oral health can also reflect your overall health?

True

500

What is xerostomia (or dry mouth)?

Saliva helps protect your mouth, but this common side effect of many medications can reduce saliva production, leading to dry mouth

500

What are dentures?

This is the term for replacement teeth that can be removed from the mouth, often used by people who have lost multiple natural teeth

500

This metallic material was previously widely used for the restoration of teeth, but its use has declined recently due to poor aesthetics

Amalgam

500

This can cause confusion in older people and can place people at risk of dental disease due to low saliva

Dehydration

500

Leaving toothpaste on your teeth without rinsing it off is ok?

True

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