Tooth Brushing
How many times a day should you brush your teeth?
2x a day
How many times a day should you floss your teeth?
1x a day
What is a cavity?
Hole in your tooth
Under your gums
What is the hardest tissue in the body?
Tooth enamel
How long should you brush your teeth for at a time?
2 minutes
Why do we floss?
To clean and remove food from in between your teeth
How do you fix a cavity?
The dentist has to clean the hole with a drill and put in a filling
What are some signs of gum disease?
Swollen bleeding gums
What did the Ancient Egyptians use for toothbrushes?
Chewed up sticks
What type of bristles should a good toothbrush have?
Soft
What letter shape should your floss make around your tooth?
C-shape
How does a cavity form?
Bacteria eats away at the tooth surface
What could eventually happen if you don’t get rid of gum disease?
Tooth loss
How many teeth do sharks lose in a lifetime?
Thousands