Dental Hygiene Recap

What are the benefits of regular flossing?

• Whitening teeth
• Preventing tooth decay
• Strengthening tooth enamel
• Reducing gum disease and bad breath

What is the role of plaque in gum disease and tooth decay?

• It has no effect on gum disease and tooth decay
• It only affects tooth decay
• It contributes to gum disease and tooth decay
• It helps prevent gum disease and tooth decay

Why is it important to not rinse with water immediately after brushing teeth?

• It makes teeth more sensitive
• It removes plaque from teeth
• It causes bad breath
• It dilutes the fluoride in toothpaste

What should be considered when choosing a toothbrush?

• The type of bristles on the toothbrush
• The size of the toothbrush head
• The brand of the toothbrush
• The color of the toothbrush

When should children start using toothpaste with fluoride?

• At age 3
• At age 9
• At age 5
• At age 7

What is the recommended frequency and duration for brushing teeth?

• Three times a day for 1 minute
• Once a day for 2 minutes
• Twice a day for 2 minutes
• Once a day for 1 minute

What is the recommended time to wait before eating or drinking after using a fluoride mouthwash?

• 10 minutes
• 1 hour
• 30 minutes
• 20 minutes

When is the best time to use mouthwash?

• Before going to bed
• After eating lunch
• After brushing teeth
• Before brushing teeth

What is the proper technique for using dental floss?

• Floss without brushing teeth
• Floss while brushing teeth
• Floss before brushing teeth
• Floss after brushing teeth