Health: Dental Health Taking Care of Your Teeth Worksheet

Question 1

How many times each day should you brush your teeth?

Accepted Answer

You should brush your teeth two times each day, usually in the morning and before bed.

Question 2

Mia brushes her teeth for 20 seconds. Is that long enough? Explain your answer.

Accepted Answer

No, 20 seconds is not long enough. Mia should brush for about 2 minutes to clean her teeth well.

Question 3

Circle the tool that helps clean between teeth: toothbrush, floss, spoon, or comb.

Accepted Answer

Floss helps clean between teeth where a toothbrush may not reach.

Question 4

Why is it important to brush your tongue gently?

Accepted Answer

It is important to brush your tongue gently because germs can sit on the tongue and cause bad breath.

Question 5

Write one healthy snack that is good for your teeth.

Accepted Answer

A healthy snack that is good for teeth is an apple, carrot sticks, cheese, or plain yogurt.

Question 6

Which drink is usually better for your teeth: water or soda? Explain why.

Accepted Answer

Water is usually better for your teeth because it does not have sugar that can feed germs and cause cavities.

Question 7

What can happen if food and germs stay on your teeth for a long time?

Accepted Answer

If food and germs stay on your teeth for a long time, they can form plaque and may cause cavities.

Question 8

Put these steps in order: rinse your toothbrush, brush all sides of your teeth, put toothpaste on the brush.

Accepted Answer

The correct order is put toothpaste on the brush, brush all sides of your teeth, and rinse your toothbrush.

Question 9

How often should you visit the dentist for a checkup if your dentist says to follow the usual schedule?

Accepted Answer

Most children should visit the dentist about every 6 months, unless their dentist gives different advice.

Question 10

Sam only brushes the front teeth he can see. What advice would you give Sam?

Accepted Answer

Sam should brush the front, back, and chewing surfaces of all his teeth to help keep his whole mouth clean.

Question 11

Why should you use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste?

Accepted Answer

You should use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste because it is enough to clean your teeth and helps you avoid using too much.

Question 12

True or false: You should share your toothbrush with a friend or family member. Explain your answer.

Accepted Answer

False. You should not share your toothbrush because germs can spread from one person to another.

Question 13

What should you do after eating a sticky sweet treat if you cannot brush right away?

Accepted Answer

If you cannot brush right away, you can drink or rinse with water to help wash away some sugar and food bits.

Question 14

Name one thing a dentist or dental hygienist does to help keep your teeth healthy.

Accepted Answer

A dentist or dental hygienist can check teeth, clean teeth, take X-rays if needed, and teach good brushing habits.

Question 15

Draw or describe a bedtime tooth care routine with at least two steps.

Accepted Answer

A good bedtime routine includes brushing teeth for 2 minutes, flossing with help if needed, rinsing the toothbrush, and not eating more food after brushing.

Health: Dental Health Taking Care of Your Teeth

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