Facts About Teeth
What does plaque do?
Causes cavities
What is the hard, white, substance of the tooth called?
Enamel
What letter should you think of while flossing?
"C"
If you go to an orthodontist, what are you getting done?
Braces
What is considered the "gateway to the body?"
The mouth
How many adult teeth are there?
32
What part of the tooth do you see above the gums in the mouth?
The crown
What angle should you hold your toothbrush at?
45 degrees
What is another name for "milk teeth?"
Baby/primary teeth
Besides your tongue, what helps you taste things?
Your nose
What mineral helps keep your teeth strong?
Fluoride
Where do nerves and blood vessels live in a tooth?
The pulp
What kind of toothbrush is best to use?
Electric
What teeth are referred to as the "eye" teeth?
Canines
What is the most common way to collect a DNA sample?
A buccal (cheek) swab
What is the sugar found in milk called?
Lactose
What's another name for the jaw bone where the lower teeth sit?
Mandible
What is the scientific name for gum disease?
Periodontal disease
How many teeth can a Great White Shark have at one time?
3000
What's the strongest substance in the body?
Enamel
When did dentists start wearing gloves?
Extra 100 points: WHY?
1980's, the start of HIV
What is the strongest muscle in the body?
The masseter