Visiting the Dentist
How often should you visit the dentist?
2 times a year or every 6 months
These drinks contain lots of sugar which cause tooth decay.
Caries or tooth decay
What is gingivitis and is it hard to treat?
How long should you brush your teeth for?
2 minutes
Who performs a professional cleaning at the dentist office?
Dental hygienist
Sugary foods/ drinks expose the enamel of your teeth to this
Acid
What is a cavity?
What is the direct cause of gingivitis?
Bacteria in plaque that isn't brushed or flossed away
It is recommended to use this type of tooth brush to adequately clean your teeth.
Electric toothbrush
Who checks for cavities and performs restorative work at the dentists office?
Dentist
It is recommended to snack on these foods
How can you prevent cavities?
proper brushing, flossing, eating healthy foods
How can gingivitis be prevented?
1. Brush and floss regularly
2. Good eating habits
3. Getting a professional cleaning 2x a year
4. Avoid cigarettes and tobacco products
Mouthguard
tooth decay, infections, wisdom teeth can be revealed by this
Dental x-ray
Before you go to bed
What treatment can be applied to a tooth to protect from tooth decay?
Sealant
What can gingivitis lead to?
Periodontitis/ bone loss
What is the term for the way your teeth bite together?
Occlusion
Its recommended that you take a break lasting this long between snacking on sugary foods
3 hours
What percent of 17 year olds have tooth decay?
84%
what percent of 15 year olds have gingivitis?
60%
How long should you wait before brushing your teeth after eating/ drinking something sugary?