Oral Hygiene

Dry Mouth

100

Dry mouth is a normal part of aging? (T/F) 

FALSE! 

500

What is recommended to help relieve dry mouth? 

Sugarless candy, sugarless gum, lozenges

Cavities

200

What is one of the most important protective factors in reducing cavities and risk of periodontal disease by acting as a buffer against bacteria and eliminating debris? 

Saliva 

300

What can be used to prevent cavities? 

Fluoridated toothpaste, gel, or mouthrinse

500

What is the process that forms a cavity?

Bacteria + Fermentable Carbohydrates = Acid which leads to decay

Periodontal Disease

100

What is the name of the infection of gum tissue only that is reversible? 

Gingivitis

Dentures

200

How many hours per day should your dentures be removed? 

8 hours per day 

300

Dentures should be cleaned with an abrasive or a nonabrasive cleaning agent?

Nonabrasive! 

400

When is the best time suggested time to remove your dentures? 

Overnight - because we produce less saliva when asleep allowing the mouth to harbor more bacteria 

Prevention/Home Care

100

How many minutes should you brush your teeth for? 

2 minutes 

200

Having poor dental health negatively affects your overall health. (T/F?) 

True!