Plaque
What is plaque?
Soft sticky substance that contains bacteria
What function does our teeth serve us?
Eating, speech, jaw structure
What function does our gums serve us?
Cover our jawbone and support our teeth
What foods coat the teeth?
fatty foods
How many times a day should we brush?
2x a day
Is plaque naturally occuring?
Yes, plaque naturally occurs throughout the day
What sticky film containing bacteria can effect our teeth?
plaque
Pale pink and firm
Is carrot a detergent or retentive food?
detergent
How many times a day should we floss?
1x day
What does plaque like to eat?
Sugar (carbohydrates), mostly simple
What additional mineral can make our teeth stronger against cavities?
Fluoride
What is the main component that irritates our gums?
plaque
Explain detergent and retentive foods
Detergent foods (naturally brush away plq) Retentive (stick to our teeth)
What is the best type of bristle for your teeth?
Soft bristle
Where does plaque stick to the most?
Above the gumline, between the teeth, and pits and grooves
What are the 2 minerals in teeth? (what are the teeth made up of?)
Calcium and phosphate
What is it called when our gums are inflamed (red/swollen) and tend to bleed when flossing?
Gingivitis
Carbohydrates
What is the name called for the brushing and flossing method?
The bass method (brushing), and spool method (flossing)
What are the two main byproducts plaque likes to make after consuming sugar?
Acid and toxins
What is mineralization and demineralization?
Mineralization (the teeth gain minerals like calcium and phosphate and become stronger), demineralization (the teeth lose minerals needed for strength)
What is it called when the structures that support the teeth lose gum AND bone
Periodontitis
What is more cariogenic (cavity causing): simple or complex
Simple, but complex is still cavity causing at a slower rate
Why is brushing important
Can help reduce our risk of developing cavities, stains, gingivitis and periodontitis