Teeth and Oral Hygiene

Front

Our ancient ancestors cavities were caused by the same things that plagues us today.

Back

True

Front

Cavities are caused by: Viruses, Tiny microbes, Cancerous cells, Mitochondria in our saliva

Back

Tiny microbes

Front

Eating too much _____________ helps to cause cavities.

Back

Sugar

Front

Diets high in sugary foods cause an explosion of:

Back

bacteria

Front

Too much sugar causes ________________ to be produced which destroys our teeth enamel.

Back

lactic acid

Front

Our teeth are coated in a protective layer of: sugars, fat, bone, enamel

Back

enamel

Front

Braces are used to straighten the teeth

Back

True

Front

Fruits, nuts, and grains can cause cavities.

Back

True

Front

Fluoride in water and toothpaste helps to strengthen the enamel on our teeth.

Back

True

Front

How often should you brush your teeth? Options: once a day for 2 minutes, twice a day for 2 minutes, once a day for 1 minute, once every 2 days

Back

twice a day for 2 minutes