Improving Oral Health NHS Ayrshire and Arran Primary

Improving Oral Health NHS Ayrshire and Arran Primary 6 Oral Health Quiz

Question 1 Why are teeth important? a. To help us chew and digest food b. To help us to talk c. To give our face shape and a healthy smile d. All of the above Answer – d. All of the above

Question 2 What if I was hungry in between meals, what could I have to eat that is tooth friendly? a. Fruit b. Vegetable c. Plain popcorn d. All of the above Answer – d. All of the above

Question 3 What is plaque? a. It’s a sticky film of bacteria which constantly forms on our teeth b. It’s something you hang on your wall c. It’s a large mammal which lives in the sea d. Plaque is the clinical term for ‘bad breath’ Answer – a. It’s a sticky film of bacteria

Question 4 How can I remove plaque from my teeth? a. By brushing twice a day for 2 minutes b. By brushing once a day for 10 minutes c. By forgetting to brush before I go to bed d. You can’t remove plaque from your teeth Answer a. By brushing twice a day for 2 minutes

Question 5 What is the most effective way to brush your teeth? a. Up and down movements b. Side to side movements c. In a circular motion d. Scrub as hard as you can Answer – c. In a circular motion

Question 6 After toothbrushing I spit out my toothpaste but do not rinse my mouth? True OR False True

Question 7 How long should we spend on brushing our teeth? a. b. c. d. 4 minutes 40 seconds 2 minutes 24 hours Answer – c. 2 minutes

Question 8 What is the proper name for gum disease? a. Disease of the mouth b. Diseased pink gums c. Bright red gums d. Gingivitis Answer – d. Gingivitis

Question 9 What is the strongest thing in our body? a. Enamel b. Eyes c. Hair d. Toe nails Answer – a. Enamel

Question 10 How often should I visit the dentist? a. As often as the dentist recommends b. Every 3 years c. Every month d. Whenever you have toothache Answer a. As often as the dentist recommends

Question 11 What 3 things can lead to tooth decay? a. Saliva, sugar and sweets b. Plaque, milk and water c. Plaque, sugar and time d. Toothpaste, water and sugar Answer – c. Plaque, sugar and time

Question 12 What can I have to drink between meals that is tooth friendly? a. Milk b. Water c. Diet Drinks d. Milk and Water Answer - d. Milk and Water

What to remember • Brush teeth well twice a day using a 1300 – 1500 parts per million fluoride toothpaste • Keep sugary snacks and drinks to mealtimes • Visit your Dentist regularly