Taking Care of Skin and Hair
The outermost layer of skin
what is the epidermis?
A thin, sticky film that builds up on teeth and leads to
tooth decay
what is plaque
The dark opening in the center of the iris
what is the pupil of the eye?
Substance that gives skin its color
what is melanin
A physician who treats skin disorders
what is a dermatologist?
A dentist who prevents or corrects problems with the
alignment or spacing of teeth
what is an orthodontist?
A health care professional who is trained to examine the eyes for vision problems and to prescribe corrective lenses
what is an optometrist?
A chemical that helps prevent tooth decay
what is fluoride?
Bathe or shower every day.
If you have dry or delicate skin, you may find it helpful to moisturize
it with lotion.
Limit the amount of time you spend in the sun.
Apply sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or higher.
Avoid tanning beds.
Avoid tattoos and piercings.
What are ways to care for your skin?
cleans the teeth and stimulates the gums.
removes plaque from the surface of the teeth, before bacteria can
produce acid that harms the teeth.
what does brushing and flossing do for your mouth?
Never look directly at the sun.
Wear sunglasses that block UV rays.
Sit at least 6 feet away from the television.
Change the position of your computer monitor to cut down on
the glare and reduce eyestrain.
Use adequate lighting while you read, work, or watch TV.
Take frequent breaks while using your computer, watching TV,or reading.
Protect your eyes when you are doing yard work, handling power tools, or playing sports that involve flying objects.
how do you take care of your eyes?
The unit for measuring the loudness of sound
what is a decibel
acts as a waterproof shield that defends against germs and keeps
them from getting into your body.
helps maintain your body temperature.
allows you to feel and sense pressure, temperature, and pain.
uses energy from sunlight to make vitamin D, which helps keep
bones and teeth healthy.
what are the functions of skin?
allow you to chew and grind food.
aid in forming certain speech sounds.
help give structure to your mouth.
what are the function of your teeth?
a condition in which faraway objects appear clear while near objects look blurry
what is farsightedness?
An eye condition in which the lens becomes cloudy as a person ages
what are cataracts
washing it regularly with a gentle shampoo and using
conditioner.
using the low heat setting on your hair dryer or letting your hair
dry naturally.
brushing or combing it regularly.
How do you keep your hair healthy?
eating certain foods
poor oral hygiene
tobacco or alcohol use
bacteria on the tongue
decayed teeth
gum disease
What causes halitosis or bad breath?
An eye condition in which images appear wavy or blurry
what is a stigmatism?
Tiny openings in the skin that allow perspiration to
escape
what is a pore