Oral Health
How many times a day should you brush your teeth?
2 times per day and after you eat food
True or False: Eating lots of candy and drinking soda will NOT damage your teeth.
FALSE: Eating sugary food and drinking soda is not good for your teeth. The sugar will eat away at the enamel on your teeth and cause a cavity.
According to Captain Toothpaste, what is the proper way to brush your teeth?
Brush front, back, tops of teeth AND your tongue.
How often should you visit your dentist?
Every 6 months or 2 times a year.
How many times a day should you floss?
At least 1 time each day.
What is a cavity?
It is a hole in your tooth that is caused by sugar that eats away at the outer layer of your tooth. Think of a 'cave' in your tooth.
According to Captain Toothpaste, what type of bristles should be on your toothbrush?
Soft bristles. You want to be gentle when brushing your teeth and your gums.
What does the dentist do if you have a cavity?
The dental hygienist will clean your tooth to make sure no food or bacteria is stuck in the cavity. Then the dentist will use special material to fill in the cavity, or cover the cavity.
How often should you rinse you with mouth wash?
At least 2 times per day; after brushing your teeth.
What types of snacks are good for your oral (mouth) health?
Apples, bananas, oranges, cucumbers, broccoli, carrots and many other fruits and vegetables.
According to Fantastic Flosser, what is the purpose of flossing your teeth?
To remove plague (bacteria) and food from between our teeth.
What is the job of the Dental Hygienist?
The Dental Hygienist will help take x-rays of your mouth and complete a deep cleaning of your teeth.
How long should you rinse with mouth wash?
30 seconds; do not swallow toothpaste or mouth wash.
How often should you replace your toothbrush?
Every 3 months or sooner if your bristles look worn out.
TRUE OR FALSE: According to Fantastic Flosser brushing your teeth alone will remove all food and bacteria from your teeth.
FALSE: Brushing your teeth alone will miss approximately 30% of the tooth's surface.
What is some information that you may be taught at the Dentist's office?
How to properly brush and floss your teeth.
How long many minutes should you brush your teeth?
2 Minutes.
How many teeth do you have as a child?
According to Princess Rinse, what is the purpose of using mouth wash with fluoride?
Using mouth wash with fluoride for 30seconds, 2 times a day helps kill bacteria that can cause bad breath and gingivitis. Fluoride helps strengthen teeth which helps prevent cavities.
Why does my dentist take an x-ray, or picture, of my mouth?
Routine dental x-rays are used to examine dental development and any potential areas that require attention. A dentist can see the roots of your teeth and the bones that surround your mouth.