Oral Health Basics
The sticky film of bacteria that builds up on teeth.
What is plaque?
Most common stain color smoking causes on teeth.
What is yellow or brown?
Gum disease has been linked to this common condition involving blood sugar.
What is diabetes?
This should be done at least twice daily for two minutes.
What is brushing teeth?
The hardest substance in the body.
What is enamel?
The disease caused by gum inflammation.
What is gingivitis?
Smoking reduces this in the gums, making infections worse.
What is blood flow (oxygen)?
Bacteria from the mouth can travel through the bloodstream and increase risk of this heart condition.
What is endocarditis or heart disease?
The daily cleaning method for between teeth.
What is flossing?
Bad breath is also called this.
What is halitosis?
The hard deposit that forms when plaque isn’t removed.
What is calculus (tartar)?
Smoking doubles the risk of this oral disease.
What is oral cancer?
People with gum disease are at higher risk of this condition where arteries harden and narrow.
What is atherosclerosis (or heart disease)?
Drinking this instead of soda helps protect teeth.
What is water?
The number of permanent teeth in adults.
What is 32?
The first sign of gum disease is often this.
What is bleeding gums?
Because smoking reduces blood flow, this early sign of gum disease may be hidden.
What is bleeding gums?
Oral inflammation may worsen this condition involving the lungs.
What is pneumonia or COPD?
Visiting the dentist is recommended this often.
What is every 6 months?
This part of your body shows the first signs of many diseases.
What is the mouth?