Oral Health Presentation

Fun Facts!

100

What animal never gets cavities?

Sharks

200

How much does an elephants heaviest tooth weigh?

Over 6 pounds

300

How many kinds of bacteria are in your mouth? 

300

400

What were the first toothbrushes made out of?

Wooden sticks and animal hair for bristles

Food/ Water

100

Eating too many sugary snacks can cause holes in your teeth called _____? 

Cavities 

200

What vegetable is called "natures toothbrush"?

Carrot

300

What is in water that will help make your teeth strong and prevent cavities? 

Fluoride

400

What is the recipe for an "Acid Attack" on your teeth? 

Sugar + Bacteria = Acid Attack

Brushing

100

How many times a day and how long should you brush?

2 times for 2 minutes 

200

How much toothpaste should we use? 

A pea sized amount

300

What motion should we use to brush?

Circular motions

400

What is the primary goal when we brush our teeth?

Removing all the plaque

Flossing

100

How often should we floss? 

At least once a day 

200

What motion should you do between the teeth?

Up and down, above and below the gums

300

What shape should we make around each tooth? 

"C" shape 

400

What is a tool someone with braces could use to floss their teeth? 

Floss threader or WaterPik