Dental Anatomy
This hard outer layer protects the tooth and is the hardest substance in the human body.
Enamel
This common procedure is done to remove tooth decay and replace it with a filling.
Cavity filling
The recommended time to brush your teeth for a thorough cleaning.
2 minutes
The study of dentistry and oral health is known as this.
Odontology
This famous gap-toothed comedian and actor starred in Dumb and Dumber.
Jim Carrey
These types of teeth are used primarily for cutting and are located at the front of the mouth.
Incisors
This treatment involves straightening teeth using brackets and wires.
Orthodontics or braces
The tool used to clean between teeth where a toothbrush cannot reach.
Dental floss
This condition, also called ‘halitosis,’ refers to bad breath.
Halitosis
This fictional character is known for his “shiny metal teeth” and appeared in the James Bond films The Spy Who Loved Me and Moonraker.
Jaws
The part of the tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels.
Pulp
This process removes plaque and tartar from the surface of the teeth.
Scaling
This chemical element is added to water and toothpaste to prevent tooth decay.
Fluoride
A popular nickname for the cavity-causing bacteria, Streptococcus mutans.
Sugar bugs
This famous children’s character encourages kids to brush their teeth twice a day.
Tooth Fairy
This is the name for the third set of molars that often need to be removed.
Wisdom Teeth
This type of dental surgery is used to replace a missing tooth with an artificial one.
Dental Implant
It’s recommended that you replace this every 3 to 4 months, or sooner if it becomes frayed.
Toothbrush
This fruit is known as “nature’s toothbrush” because it can help clean teeth naturally.
Apple
This iconic singer had a famous smile featuring a noticeable gap in his front teeth, known for the hit “Don’t Stop ‘Til You Get Enough.”
Michael Jackson
This type of tissue surrounds and supports the teeth, and is often involved in gum disease.
Gingiva
This treatment is necessary when the tooth’s pulp becomes infected or inflamed.
Root Canal
This is the professional recommendation for how often you should visit your dentist.
Every 6 months
This mineral, found in dairy products, is essential for strong teeth.
Calcium
This animated dentist is known as Nemo’s captor in Finding Nemo.
Dr. Sherman