Dental Health

soft, strong thread used to clean between the teeth

• floss

• cavity

• dentist

• root

a soft, sticky, whitish, film attached to tooth surfaces

• enamel

• molars

• plaque

• gums

a brush for cleaning the teeth

• cavity

• enamel

• toothbrush

• floss

a hole in the tooth caused by tooth decay

• cavity

• root

• gums

• molars

What is a simple way to help prevent cavities?

• Chewing gum all day

• Drinking sugary drinks

• Flossing between teeth

• Eating only soft foods

Which of the following is a good practice to prevent tooth decay?

• Eating lots of sweets

• Brushing teeth regularly

• Drinking fizzy drinks often

• Skipping dental check-ups

Why is it important to brush your teeth twice a day?

• To make your mom happy.

• To get rid of food particles that cause bacteria in your mouth.

• To waste water.

• To use as much toothpaste as possible.

Use toothpaste with____.

• sugar

• fluoride

• strawberry flavor

Hard outer layer of your tooth

• Enamel

• Nerve

Brush your teeth twice a day with ________.

• calcium

• sugar

• toothpaste