Beneficial Bacteria
About how many species of bacteria are currently in your mouth?
More than 700
What should be done once a day for your teeth?
Flossing
Not brushing your teeth cause bacteria to build up and make what?
Cavities
S. parasanguinis is a gram-what bacteria?
Positive
A buildup that cannot be brushed off your teeth and will need help from a dentist
Dental Calculus or Tartar
What does the L in L. salivarius stand for?
Ligilactobacillus or Lactobacillus
How many times is it recommended to brush your teeth?
At least two times a day, or after every meal.
If you don't brush your teeth everyday, what along with your teeth will suffer significantly?
Tongue
S. parasanguinis has the ability to break down what?
Foods
Sauerkraut is ____ for oral health
Good
What is a beneficial bacteria that belongs to the Streptococcus genus that can prevent certain oral infections?
Streptococcus salivarius
How many times should you see the dentist in a year?
At least once a year
What non-oral disease can you get from bad oral health?
Heart disease
What surfaces does S. parasanguinis reside on?
Dental
Genetics can have an effect on your risk of ___ disease
Gum
Not doing this may lead to:
Cardiovascular disease
Alzheimer’s disease,
Periodontal disease
Diabetes
High-risk pregnancy
Obstructive sleep apnea
Obesity
Respiratory issues
Rheumatoid arthritis
Kidney disease
Erectile dysfunction
Infertility
What is maintaining proper oral hygiene?
How many people are killed by oral cancer every year?
170,000 - 370,000
Biofilm should be kept on your teeth to protect them
Incorrect
Besides oral cancer, what is the most common type of cancer found in patients with poor oral health
Pancreatic Cancer
What is the most common disease caused from the oral microbiome?
Periodontal disease
Your toothbrush should be replaced every __________
3-4 months