1. Which age group is most likely to get cavities?
a. Children and Teens
b. Adults
c. Babies
d. none of the above
2. You must give up all sugary foods and drinks to avoid cavities.
a. true
b. false
3. Cavities only happen on the chewing surface of your teeth.
a. true
b. false
4. Which of the following has been shown to prevent cavities?
a. peppermint
b. bananas
c. xylitol
d. none of the above
How do you think you did?
Answers:
1. D- None of the above. Cavities don't care what age you are, so its extremely important to take care of your teeth no matter how old you are.
2. B- False. You don't have to give up your favorite sugary treats forever to keep your teeth in good shape. You just have to be proactive when you do indulge. This means to brush after you have a sugary treat. Remember, the less exposure your teeth have to sugar, the better.
3. B- False. Cavities can happen on any surface of the tooth. So, its important to make sure you are brushing and flossing all the hidden nooks and crannies.
4. C- Xylitol. This substance can now be found in chewing gum, toothpaste and mouthwash. This substance became known after studies had shown that it shows promise in reducing the risk of cavities.
So, now you know what you can do to keep your teeth beautifully clean and cavity free!
2 comments:
I got it perfect! I enjoyed that mini quiz. Xylitol was just a vague word to me then. I remember over-hearing it on a chatting group of dentists. Goose Creekclinics were usually "accommodatingly small" and over-hearing some technical talk was always a plus for me. I always have a knack for medical terms and learning through accidental over-heard conversations was a good thing. Free knowledge, in other words. That's why I plan of becoming a dentist. Hanahanschools are bannering their courses and I am just enjoying September's summer last-drop and I am good to go!
P.S. (just like in letters)
This blog helps me to sustain and maintain my love for dentistry, seriously. Thank you so much.
I am so right about xylitol! The best ways to fight cavities are brushing our teeth and visiting the dentist regularly. A lot of people do neglect it though, maybe because they don't have time or they have dental trauma. But there is no need to worry; sedation dentistry (Raleigh) is available not just to make the treatment relaxing but also to treat dental traumas. A sedation dentist (Raleigh) explains the benefits of the procedure and also how the procedure will go.
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