Brushing
true or false: Its ok to go to sleep without brushing your teeth
False, cavities can start forming after only a few hours and begin to rot your teeth
how many times should you go a dentist a year
twice a year, every six months
True!! brush after you eat sugary foods but over all try to avoid!
We need them to talk, smile and eat!
what are doing when you brush your teeth
removing unwanted acid/bad bacteria that can cause damage to your healthy teeth
what it is called when you are going to your regular check ups
cleanings
what breaks down your teeth
Acid!
Does Fluoride help prevent cavities?
yes and it is in toothpaste (make sure your toothpaste has fluoride)
what kind of bristle should you use on your tooth brush so you don't harm your enamel (outer layer of the tooth)
options are: soft, medium, hard
soft
true or false: Are dentists scary?
False, We want to see you healthy and happy and we will try our best to do that with as much ease to you as possible
Can sharing food and drinks cause cavities if one person has them?
Yes, make sure not to share with others, especially with people you do not know because the bacteria they hold could jump to your mouth!
is flossing important?
yes, you need to make you remove all the stuck foods to avoid messiah/distal cavities ( cavities in between the teeth)
false, you need to brush twice a day
True! It makes a scary noise but it actually tickles.
True or False: Soda is healthy for the teeth.
False, not only is it bad for your teeth, but soda is also unhealthy for your overall health
how many times should you floss
there are different opinions however at least once before going to bed is very important
in what motion should you brush your teeth
circular motion (circle)
Are dentists doctors?
What's the name of the sticky film that can form on your teeth?
Plaque
Can you skip brushing your teeth if you use mouthwash?
Although its is very helpful, using mouthwash cannot replace brushing your teeth