Basics
How many minutes are you supposed to brush for?
2 minutes
Which foods/drinks can cause cavities?
Sugars, and carbohydrates
What shape should you make with your floss when flossing?
C shape
Why do the dental hygienists take xrays?
To see if there are cavities in your mouth. Other problems as well.
Should you use a soft or hard bristle tooth brush?
Soft
How many times a day are you supposed to brush your teeth?
2 times a day!
Why is drinking water good for your teeth?
It helps take away the acidity in the mouth from eating
How often should you visit your dentist?
2 times a year
What does fluoride do?
It helps to rebuild the tooth structure.
Buildup of food, sugars, and bacteria
How often should you floss?
At least once a day
True or false. Drinking soda is better than drinking water for your teeth.
False
What color are healthy gums?
True or false. Baby teeth are not important because they fall out.
False - they are very important for the adult teeth to have time to grow, and come in properly.
How does saliva help prevent cavities?
Helps rinse away sugars that cause cavities
True or false. When you brush, you should be brushing your teeth, gums, and tongue.
True
Why are sticky foods worse for your teeth than nonsticky foods?
They reside on the tooth longer which can cause more potential for cavities
What tool can you use to clean your tongue?
A tongue scraper
True or false. Chewing sugar free gum is better for your teeth than regular gum.
True
What animals have teeth that never stop growing?
Rodents
Why should you brush your tongue?
For good breath
Why are crunchy foods good to eat?
They help remove plaque/sugars off the teeth
Why do teeth have different shapes?
They have different purposes; front teeth help bite into foods, canines help tear food, and molars help to grind the food down
Can you brush your teeth too hard?
Yes
What is the outer layer of you tooth made out of?
Enamel