Plaque and Care of the Tooth

Q.

Bacteria act on ____ to release acids which causes tooth caries.

1. Minerals

2. Vitamins

3. Protein

4. Sugar

Q.

What is the term given to the corrosion of the tooth enamel caused due by bacterial acid production?

1. Dentine

2. Caries

3. Scurvy

4. Ricket

Q.

What will happen if we do not clean our teeth regularly?

1. It will make our teeth strong.

2. It leads to tooth decay.

3. It gives the taste of the food for a longer time

4. You will not be able to smile

Q. The first set of teeth that exists in the buccal cavity of human beings are called ______.

1. permanent teeth
2. premolar teeth
3. molar teeth
4. milk teeth

Q.

Which of the following practice can help reduce formation of residual acid on teeth?

1. Drinking lots of water

2. Rinsing and brushing everyday

3. Rinsing and brushing once in a week

4. Brushing after every bite of food

Q. One should brush the teeth at least ______ and rinse the mouth after every meal.

1. once a day
2. twice a day
3. thrice
4. none of the above

Q. Bacteria in the mouth break down the sugars present from the leftover food and release acids. The acids gradually damage the teeth.

1. False
2. True

Q. Which among the following can lead to tooth decay?

1. Rinsing your mouth after every meal
2. Flossing regularly
3. Brushing twice a day
4. Excessive sugar intake and poor dental hygiene

Q. A dental floss is a special strong thread which is used to take out food particles trapped between the teeth.

1. True
2. False

Q. The sharp and dagger-shaped teeth in the buccal cavity are known as ____.

1. incisors
2. canines
3. premolars
4. molars