Vocab
the hard outer layer that covers the crown
enamel
what are the 3 functions of the teeth
chew, speak, appearance
active oil glands that clog the hair follicles/pore.
acne
you can see far, but not near
would need glasses/contacts to read
farsighted
constant ringing
tinnitus
a flaking of the outer layer of dead skin cells on the scalp
dandruff
bacteria in mouth combines with food particles and creates acid; leave
plaque
The sun gives off ultraviolet rays (UV) -which are a form of radiation that can enter skin cells and change their structure
sun damage
you can see near, but not far
would need glasses/contacts to see the board
nearsighted
what is one way to care of your ears
Keep sound fairly low on radios, TV's, and music devices
Wear hearing protection if exposed to loud sounds for
extended periods
Clean ears carefully: only external ear; do NOT put cotton
swabs or anything else in ear canal
Cover ears on cold, windy days
See doctor immediately for ear pain, infection, or hearing
problems
the dark opening in the center of the iris
pupil
plaque with sugars form enamel destroying acids; creates(hole)
cavity
what is one way to take care of your skin
Keep Clean:
bathe or shower daily
wash face to avoid acne (active oil glands clog a pore)
Use deodorant and antiperspirant
Guard Against the Sun:
UV rays cause damage, age the skin, and increase chances of skin cancer
Wear SPF (sun protection factor) of 15 or higher
Eat a Healthful Diet:
“you are what you eat”
for healthy eyes you go to the eye doctor how many times?
once every 2 years
this part of the ear gathers sound waves (vibrations)
outer, middle, or inner ear
outer ear
a constant ringing in the ears
tinnitus
what is one way to take care of your teeth
Brush teeth regularly (at least twice a day)
Cut down on sugar
Eat balanced diet: foods high in calcium, (fluoridated) water
Have dental checkups twice a year (every 6 months)
Use dental floss once a day
a condition where too many dead skin cells flake off the outer layer of the scalp.
dandruff
for glasses/contacts how many times do you go to the eye doctor
once a year
part of the ear is where sound waves vibrate eardrum
outer, middle, or inner ear
middle ear
a substance that helps teeth resist decay
Fluoride
plaque hardens, becomes
tartar
tiny insects that live and feed on strands of hair
head lice
what is one way to take care of your eyes
avoid touching/rubbing eyes
watch tv in a well-lit room
wear sunglasses
go to the eye doctor
part of the ear send electrical messages to the auditory nerve; auditory nerve carries messages to brain
outer, middle, or inner ear
inner ear