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Teeth and Oral Hygiene

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

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

a)

True

b)

False

2.

Cavities are caused by:

a)

Viruses

b)

Tiny microbes

c)

Cancerous cells

d)

Mitochondria in our saliva

3.

Eating too much _____________ helps to cause cavities.

a)

Meat

b)

Protein

c)

Sugar

d)

Gluten

4.

Diets high in sugary foods cause an explosion of:

a)

bacteria

b)

carbohydrates

c)

sugar

d)

insulin

5.

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

a)

citric acid

b)

carbohydrates

c)

lactic acid

d)

proteins

6.

Our teeth are coated in a protective layer of:

a)

sugars

b)

fat

c)

bone

d)

enamel

7.

Meat heavy diets caused our ancestors to get cavities.

a)

True

b)

False

8.

Fruits, nuts, and grains can cause cavities.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

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

a)

True

b)

False

10.

How often should you brush your teeth?

a)

once a day for 2 minutes

b)

twice a day for 2 minutes

c)

once a day for 1 minute

d)

once every 2 days

11.

You should use a _________ bristle brush.

a)

Firm

b)

Medium

c)

Soft

d)

Hard

12.

How often should you floss your teeth?

a)

once a day

b)

twice a day

c)

once a week

d)

twice a week