Child Dental Health Quiz

Which of these drinks can cause the most damage to your teeth?

• Coca-Cola

• Orange Juice

• Coffee

• Fanta

Answer explanation

Coca-Cola is highly acidic and contains sugar, which can lead to tooth decay and erosion. Its combination of acidity and sugar makes it more damaging to teeth compared to orange juice, coffee, or Fanta.

Match the type of food to it's effect on teeth

• Provides vitamins for Healthy Teeth

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• Helps protect teeth from Acid

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• Can cause Tooth Decay

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• Increases acid in the mouth

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Drag the Items into the correct category: Good For Teeth vs Bad for teeth:

Groups:

(a) Good for Teeth

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(b) Bad for Teeth

• Ice Cream
• Crisps

• Water

• Fruit Juice
• Fanta

• Milk
• Yogurt
• Cookies
• Apples
• Celery
• Doughnuts
• Carrots
• Cheese
• Cake
• Nuts
• Sweets

Drag the Items into the correct category: Prevents Cavities vs Causes Cavities

Groups:

(a) Causes Cavities

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(b) Prevents Cavities

• consuming sticky sweets

• Regular dental check-ups
• Maintaining a balanced diet
• Not using fluoride toothpaste
• Eating acidic foods
• Flossing after meals

• Drinking water after meals
• Skipping dental check-ups
• Brushing twice a day

• Chewing sugar-free gum
• Using fluoride mouthwash
• Eating sugary snacks
• Eating Fruit

• Limiting sugary drinks
• Drinking fizzy drinks

• Not flossing regularly

Match the dental product to what it helps with:

• Removes plaque

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• Cleans Between Teeth

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• Freshens Breath

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• Strengthens Teeth

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Identify the items that are high in sugar .

a

b

Low in sugar

High in sugar

How can you protect your teeth from Sugary foods and drinks?

What is the primary cause of tooth decay?

• Salt

• Fibre

• Sugar

• Acidic foods

Which of these habits can help maintain healthy teeth?

• Brushing twice a day

• Eating sweets regularly

• Drinking fizzy drinks frequently

• Skipping dental check-ups

Which of these foods is least likely to cause tooth decay?

• Chocolate

• Cheese

• Ice cream

• Caramel