Definitions | Nutrition | True/False | Multiple Choice |
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cavity
Holes in the teeth caused by tooth decay.
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contributes to tooth decay
candy
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False
True or False: Eating candy helps prevent cavities.
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c. before bed
When is the best time to brush your teeth?
a. after breakfast b. when you wake up c. before bed |
plaque
A sticky film that can break down tooth enamel and contribute to tooth decay and gum disease
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does not contribute for tooth decay
vegetables
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True
True or False: You should use fluoride toothpaste and mouth rinse to prevent cavities.
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c. 2 minutes
How long should you brush your teeth?
a. 30 seconds b. 5 minutes c. 2 minutes |
tartar
Plaque that hardens on your teeth and is difficult to get off.
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does not contribute to tooth decay
cheese/milk
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False
True or False: You can use mouth wash instead of brushing your teeth.
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a. once a day
How many times a day should you floss?
a. once a day b. twice a day c. never if you brush your teeth |
gingivitis
Early stage of gum disease.
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contributes to tooth decay
mints/chewing gum
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False
True or False: You don't have to floss the backside of your last tooth.
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a. a toothache that doesn't go away
Which of the following is a symptom of a cavity?
a. a toothache that doesn't go away b. chapped lips c. bleeding gums |
flouride
Mineral that makes teeth more resistant to acid attacks that causes cavities.
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contributes to tooth decay
apple juice
|
True
True or False: Gingivitis is the early stage of gum disease.
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b. from your fingertip to your elbow
How long should your piece of floss be?
a. from your head to your foot b. from your fingertip to your elbow c. the length of your pinky finger |