Personal Hygiene

Oral Hygiene

100

How many times a day should I brush my teeth? 

at least twice (2 times) 

200

I am a hole in a tooth that can be caused by eating/drinking too much sugar or not practicing good oral care.

Cavity 

300

I am a sticky bacteria, made mostly of germs, that grows on teeth and makes them decay! 

Plaque 

400

I help prevent gum disease by removing anything caught in between your teeth. 

Floss 

500

How often should you go to the dentist for check-ups? 

Every 6 months. (2 times a year) 

Skin Care

100

I help make sure your skin stays hydrated and keep it from becoming too dry. 

Lotion 

200

I am a skin condition caused by active oil glands that clog pores. 

Acne

300

I help your body naturally cool off. 

Sweat 

400

I happen when UV rays from the sun damage the skin. People with pale skin are my best friends! 

Sunburn 

500

I am a condition that results when too many dead skin cells flake off the outer layer of the scalp. 

Dandruff 

What's that smell?!?

100

I cause body odor. (I am what makes you stink!)

Dirt, Oil, Sweat, and/or Bacteria 

200

I help make sure your armpits don't stink!

Deodorant 

300

I am where bacteria stays the longest in the mouth, and cause bad breath. 

a. teeth  b. tongue  c. gums  d. lips  

b. tongue 

400

Why do socks and shoes make feet one of the smelliest body parts? 

They absorb the sweat and trap in the odor.  Don't let your feet/skin breathe.  

500

What is the difference between deodorant and antiperspirant? 

Antiperspirant stops you from sweating as much and deodorant helps to make sure your sweat does not stink as bad. 

Washing

100

How many times a week should you shower? 

At least 7 (once everyday) 

200

I am used to help remove dirt and extra oil from your hair. 

Shampoo 

300

Besides reducing body odor, why is it important to shower after physical activity? 

Remove sweat, oil, dirt, bacteria so pores do not become clogged. 

400

True or False. Conditioner is only for people with long hair. 

False. Conditioner helps to keep your scalp hydrated or moisturized and maintain healthy oils.  

500

List 4 times you should wash your hands throughout the day.  (Ex. after you do_____. or before you do _____.)

-after going to the bathroom

-before eating

-after blowing your nose

-after playing outside

etc....

Random

100

How long should you wash your hands each time? 

Approx. 30 seconds. (Say your ABC's) 

200

I am tiny insects that live and feed on strands of hair and can make a person's scalp itch. 

Head Lice 

300

I am the part of your hand that is commonly missed when washing your hands. 

Fingernails 

400

I am the largest organ in the body and your first line of defense against getting sick. 

the Skin 

500

Sweaty clothes should be changed promptly when you are done with physical activity.

A.  True

B.  False

A. True