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Tooth Anatomy/Fluoride
Periodontal Disease
Cavities Process
Saliva
Other
100
What layer covers the surface of the teeth?
Enamel
100
What is inflammation of the gingiva (gums)?
Gingivitis
100
What is another term for caries?
cavities
100
If the pH level in the mouth reaches this number demineralization of the teeth and possible caries can develop
5.5
100
How many times a day should you brush?
2
200
What layer of the tooth lies underneath the enamel?
Dentin
200
What is inflammation of the gingiva, periodontal ligament, and alveolar bone?
Periodontitis
200
What are some risk factors for the development of caries?
poor oral hygiene, frequent snacking, medications
200
What three glands produce saliva?
Parotid, sublingual, and submandibular
200
What time of day is better to brush your teeth?
at night, before bed
300
What layer of the tooth contains the blood supply and nerves?
Pulp
300

What are the signs of gingivitis?

redness, swelling, and bleeding
300
This material mostly used at a younger age (but some older age individuals can get them) is a popular prevention method for the development of caries
sealant(s)
300
Name 4 risk factors that can decrease saliva production
medication, systemic diseases: srojen's syndrome, failure of any of the salivary glands, smoking, breathing through your mouth
300
What are the 2 classifications of periodontal disease?
gingivitis and periodontitis
400
These structures support your teeth holding them in place and keep them from falling out
The periodontal ligament and alveolar bone
400
What are the signs of periodontitis?
redness, swelling, bleeding, and bone loss
400
What is important in the prevention of caries?
fluoride toothpaste, fluoride containing mouth rinses, flossing, fluoride therapy, good oral hygiene, and a healthy diet
400

Saliva contains a variety of minerals that help protect our teeth from acids, but what THREE essential minerals are key components?

calcium, phosphate, and fluoride
400
If plaque is not removed what happens and what does it turn to?
calculus (tartar)
500

This makes the tooth's enamel more resistant to the acid attacks that cause tooth decay (cavities)...

Fluoride
500
What is the cause of periodontal disease?
bacterial invasion
500
What is the caries disease process?
bacteria metabolize food in the mouth and release an acid onto our teeth that breaks down the enamel
500
Why is saliva important for oral health?
It neutralizes acids in the mouth during and after eating that break down tooth enamel.


It helps you taste and digest food, swallow, and it helps with speech.

Keeps your mouth moist and comfortable

500
How do you keep a pretty smile?
Brushing 2x a day, using fluoride toothpaste and mouth rinse, flossing, visiting the dentist, eating healthy (no junk food, no smoking)