Oral Diseases
A hole caused by sugar and acid destroying tooth surface
What is a cavity?
I have bristles and I am used to clean your teeth.
What is a toothbrush?
This is what you should use to clean your dentures instead of regular toothpaste, which can be too abrasive.
What is denture cleaner? (denture tablets)
This is how many times a day you should generally brush your teeth.
What is twice a day?
This product can help freshen breath and rinse away food particles, but it does not replace brushing and flossing.
What is mouthwash?
This early stage of gum disease can cause red, swollen, or bleeding gums.
What is gingivitis?
I am thin and help clean the spaces between your teeth.
What is dental floss?
Doing this with your dentures after eating helps wash away food and keep your mouth fresh.
What is rinsing them with water?
This is how long you should brush each time.
What is two minutes?
This type of toothpaste is designed to help people who experience discomfort when eating or drinking something hot or cold.
What is sensitivity toothpaste? (Ex. Sensodyne
This condition, commonly known as bad breath, can be caused by bacteria in the mouth, poor oral hygiene, or certain foods.
What is halitosis?
I use a small stream of water to clean between teeth and around the gums.
What is a water flosser?
For most people, dentures should be removed during this part of the day to give the mouth and gums a break.
What is nighttime?
You should floss at least this many times each day.
What is once a day?
This mineral is commonly found in toothpaste and helps strengthen tooth enamel.
What is fluoride?
This condition causes painful sores that can appear inside the mouth, often on the cheeks, lips, or tongue.
What are canker sores (aphthous ulcers)?
I help clean your tongue by removing bacteria and buildup from its surface.
What is a tongue scraper?
True or False: If you have full dentures, you do not need to clean your gums and tongue every day.
What is False?
You should replace your toothbrush or toothbrush head about this often.
What is every 3–4 months?
These products use a bleaching ingredient to help remove certain stains and lighten the color of teeth.
What are whitening strips?
This more advanced form of gum disease can damage the bone and tissues that support your teeth.
What is periodontitis?
I can be worn over your teeth to protect them from grinding while you sleep.
What is a night guard?
If your dentures become painful, loose, or don't fit properly, this is the professional you should see.
Who is a dentist?
You should visit your dentist this often, although the exact schedule depends on your individual oral health needs.
What is every 6 months or as recommended by your dentist?
This clear, colorless chemical compound acts as an oxidizing agent and is commonly used as an antiseptic, disinfectant, and in some teeth-whitening products.
What is hydrogen peroxide?