Tooth Truths
How many adult teeth do most people have?
What is 32?
Plaque is best described as what?
What is a sticky biofilm of bacteria?
How often should you floss?
What is once daily?
Healthy gums are what color?
What is pink?
Sugar causes cavities by feeding what?
What is bacteria?
How often should you replace your toothbrush?
What is every 3-4 months?
How long does plaque take to start forming after brushing?
What is about 24 hours?
What percentage of tooth surfaces does brushing miss?
What is bleeding gums an early sign of?
What is periodontal disease (gingivitis)?
Which drink is most acidic? Soda, juice, milk, water
What is soda?
Which tooth surface is most prone to cavities?
What are pits and fissures?
What happens when plaque hardens?
What is calculus? (tartar)
Name one alternative to string floss
What is interdental brushes, water flossers, floss picks?
What measurement is used to assess gum health?
What is probing depths?
What sugar substitute helps reduce cavity risk?
What is xylitol?
What mineral helps remineralize enamel?
What oral disease is caused by plaque induced inflammation?
What is gingivitis?
Who especially benefits from interdental brushes?
What is periodontal patients?
What attachment loss condition is irreversible?
What is periodontitis?
Frequent snacking increases the risk of cavities because it causes what?
What are repeated acid attacks?
What condition causes enamel loss without bacteria?
What is erosion?
What systemic condition has been linked to periodontal disease?
What is cardiovascular disease or diabetes?
Bleeding while flossing usually means what?
What is inflammation?
What daily habit is most important for preventing gum disease?
What is plaque control?
Name one tooth-friendly snack?
What is cheese, nuts, veggies?