made out of the strongest substance in the body, which is enamel
What are "teeth"
the front four teeth on the top and bottom are called ____
what are "incisors"
this matters because eating good healthy food helps promote healthy teeth and gums.
what is "nutrition"
a clear film of bacteria that sticks to your teeth
what is "plaque"
number of times you should brush your teeth a day
what is "2"
the process of chewing is also called...
the sharp teeth, two on top and two on the bottom are ____
what are "canines"
a mineral that is necessary for bone health (babies drink a lot of milk that is full of ____ so they can have strong bones)
what is "calcium"
these form after you eat, bacteria (plaque) go insane over the sugar on your teeth, and to break down the sugar they release an acid that breaks down tooth enamel (really strong stuff that the teeth are made out of)
what are "cavities"
these teeth belonged to a president
who is George "washington"
children will have a total of _____ baby teeth
what is "20"
these teeth are also known as bicuspids, closer to the back but not all the way in the back
what are"premolars"
needed to maximize the calcium's bone strengthening benefits
what is "phosphorus"
Plaque also causing a gum disease called ____ . It makes your gums red, swollen, and sore.
what is "gingivitis"
eggs and lean meats are filled with tons of ____
What is "phosphorus"
baby teeth are also know as ____ teeth
what are "primary teeth"
these teeth are usually the last to erupt
what are "molars"
promotes gum health
what is "vitamin C"
really strong stuff that teeth are made out of
what is "enamel"
yogurt, milk, and cheese have a lot of this mineral known as _____
what is "calcium"
by the age of 21, all ___ teeth will usually be erupted
what is "32"
These teeth are molars as well, but at times they do not erupt and force people to have to get them removed. There are only four of these kind of teeth in your mouth.
what are "wisdom teeth"
citrus and tomatoes are filled with a lot of ___
What is "vitamin C"
soft pink tissues in your mouth that hold teeth in place
what are "gums"
this is the school that Ms. Andy and I attend right now!
What is "VCU" go rams!