Oral Health
How Many times a day should we brush our teeth?
2 x a day
- In the morning
- At bedtime
What percentage of your plate should be made up of fruits and vegetables?
50%
Is getting sleep important for hygiene? If so, why?
Yes, getting enough sleep is very important for hygiene as it effects our body and our mental health.
True or False
Is important to shower every day even if you do not exercise
True
True or false
Is it okay to share deodorant with others?
False
- Sharing deodorant can spread germs, bacteria, fungi and skin cells
What motion do you brush your teeth?
Circular
True or False
Hand washing is the number one way to prevent infection
True
What does good hygiene mean?
- Practices that help maintain good health by keeping the body clean
If you don't shower all day but put on deodorant is that okay?
NO
You should always shower and put deodorant on daily
True or False
It is ok to wear your socks for more than one day
False
How many minutes should you brush your teeth?
You should brush your teeth for at least two minutes (Thats the ABCs sung twice!)
What part of the hand is commonly missed when hands are being washed?
The fingernails
True or False
As long as your body is clean you don't have to wash your clothes regularly.
False
- Germs and bacteria can live on surfaces so it's important to keep both your body and your clothes clean
Who can you ask if you need help having good hygiene?
I can ask my family, my staff, or a trusted adult for help
How many feet can a sneeze travel?
A sneeze can travel up to 10 feet?
(That is why we always cover our sneeze with our elbow/tissue)
What is the sticky substance that stays on teeth and can cause decay and cavities over time?
-Plaque
-brushing your teeth at least twice a day and flossing once a day will help you get rid of plaque buildup and prevent cavities
Is it okay to touch your face with dirty hands? What can happen?
Can cause acne and can cause a person to get sick.
When do you wash your hands?
-When your hands look dirty
- Before eating or making food
- after using the restroom
- after blowing your nose (sneezing or coughing)
What product helps limit sweat?
Antiperspirants: deodorant only helps cover up the smell, not prevent sweating
So when you are buying deodorant- make sure it says antiperspirants!
Also, they sell mini deodorants(So you can pack them in your book bags for after P.E. (: )
Your mouth has roughly how many bacteria?
Roughly 20 billion bacteria live inside your mouth
- there are roughly 500-650 species.
How often should we replace our toothbrush?
every 2-3 months. unless you are sick (then you replace it straight away)
What's a major thing you should avoid doing with your nails & why?
Avoid biting your nails as there could be a lot of bacteria and germs underneath the nails and biting them could spread that bacteria to your mouth
What is the function of you skin?
-Protects the tissue and organs inside your body
-Allows you to feel (touch, pain, itching)
-Let’s your body absorb vitamin D (vitamin D is needed for strong healthy bones)
-A filter for your body. It’s your body’s “armor”. It keeps bacteria (germs) from getting into your body through the skin.
-Your skin regulates your body’s temperature.
True or False?
Our nose gets tired of our personal scent over time?
-True
-You might not be able to smell your own body odor. Showering daily and wearing deodorant can help keep these odors away
What is the active ingredient in toothpaste that help keep your teeth strong?
Flouride