Brushing
How many times a day should you brush ?
You brush 2 times a day !
When should you begin flossing ?
Around the ages 6 or 7
Foods that contain what contribute to tooth decay?
Sugar
What is the practice of taking care of your teeth called?
Prevention
You shouldn’t be scared to go to the ?
Dentist
How much toothpaste do you put on your toothbrush
You put a pea sized amount of on your brush
Why is flossing so important?
To remove food and other stuff from between your teeth that your brush can’t reach.
What is an example of a sugary food?
Candy, soda, cookies, etc.
Why do we take care of our teeth?
To keep them clean and healthy
At the dentist, they will _____ your teeth.
Clean
What movements do you make while brushing ?
You brush back and forth then brush from the gums down !
What’s one benefit of flossing ?
It helps prevent bad breath
What should you eat a balanced diet of?
Fruit, vegetables, grains, dairy, and protein.
What are the four things we talked about today?
Brushing, flossing, nutrition, and going to the dentist
A dental hygienist may take a _____ of your teeth to see if there is anything else done.
X-Ray
Why do we brush our teeth ?
To remove food and bacteria from the tooth surfaces to prevent gum diseases and plaques build up ( plaque is a nasty film of build up from brushing your teeth )
What happens if you don’t floss?
The plaque will build up into calculus and put you at higher risk of gum disease
You don’t have to stop eating sugary things altogether but...
You should be cautious and mindful about how much you eat a day.
What is one thing that can happen to your teeth if you don’t take care of them?
Cavities
After your teeth cleaning, the dentist will come in and ?
Check for any cavities or other issues.
How long should you brush ?
2minutes
Without flossing what do a higher risk of ?
Cavities and tooth decay
What’s our saying about drinks?
Water, whenever. Milk at meals. Juice just once. Pop at parties.
What builds up on your teeth when you don’t brush and floss daily?
Plaque
How many times a year should you visit your dentist?
Twice a year, every six months.