Dental Health Quiz 2

What is the main reason we brush our teeth?

• To make them whiter

• To keep them clean and healthy

• To make them shiny

• To help us talk better

What is the outer layer of your teeth called?

• Dentin

• Pulp

• Enamel

• Bone

Why is enamel important for your teeth?

• It helps you chew food

• It's the strongest part of your body and protects the inner layers of the teeth

• It keeps your teeth white

• It makes your teeth grow faster

What can happen if you don't brush your teeth regularly?

• They will get stronger

• They might develop cavities

• They will become whiter

• They will become bigger

What is the sticky film that forms on your teeth when you don't brush called?

• Tartar

• Plaque

• Bacteria

• Enamel

What can the bacteria in your mouth create that damages your teeth?

• Sugar

• Saliva

• Acid

• Water

What can acid from bacteria cause in your teeth?

• Growth

• Whitening

• Cavities or tooth decay

• Strengthening

What is the consequence of plaque buildup on your gums?

• It helps them grow

• It can lead to gum disease called gingivitis

• It makes them white

• It strengthens them

What did people in ancient times use to clean their teeth?

• Toothpaste

• Twigs, lemon juice, ground up chalk, charcoal, or ashes

• Mouthwash

• Nothing

What can happen if plaque isn't removed and gum disease worsens?

• Your teeth can eventually fall out

• Your teeth become stronger

• Your gums turn blue

• Your teeth grow bigger