Definitions
plaque
Candy makes it more likely to get cavities
TRUE!
You should brush your teeth ___ many times per day
2
How many sets of teeth will you have in your life?
TWO!
You develop these when sugar containing foods are allowed to stay in your mouth for too long
cavities
After drinking sugary drinks, it's a good idea to rinse with water
TRUE!!
What types of foods are bad for your teeth?
Sugary foods/drinks (candy, soda, etc.)
At what age do your baby teeth start to fall out?
around 6 years old
When left on the tooth for long periods of time, plaque hardens to become this?
Tartar
Floss is unnecessary as long as you brush
FALSE
Should you brush your teeth, soft, medium, or very hard to get rid of the plaque?
Softly
How many teeth does an adult have?
32 teeth!
Gets rid of the bacteria that brushing misses
Flossing
Oral health (taking care of your teeth and gums) is part of taking care of your overall health
TRUE
How often should you get a dental cleaning?
Every 6 months
You should not immediately eat after you put ___ on your teeth (HINT: what does your dentist put on your teeth?)
fluoride
the hard shell on the outside of your tooth (HINT: the white part you can see
Leaving toothpaste on your teeth without rinsing is okay
TRUE!!!!
Are everyone's teeth the same?
NO! Everyone has unique teeth, even twins!!
Drinking this can give you healthy teeth and bones
Milk