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You need to clean your teeth at least twice a day.

Oral Health - Age 7-11

Teeth do a big job every day. This quiz helps you learn simple oral health habits, like brushing well, caring for gums, and keeping your mouth fresh and comfortable.

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Fascinating Fact:

Sugary foods and drinks can cause tooth decay, especially if you have them often during the day.

In PSHE Health Education, oral health is about daily routines that protect teeth and gums. Pupils learn why plaque builds up, how brushing and fluoride help, and when to ask a dentist or trusted adult for advice.

  • Plaque: A sticky layer of germs that can build up on teeth and irritate gums if it is not cleaned away.
  • Enamel: The hard outer layer of a tooth that protects it from damage.
  • Fluoride: A mineral in toothpaste that helps make teeth stronger and more resistant to decay.
How long should I brush my teeth for at age 7-11?

Most children aged 7-11 should brush for about two minutes, making sure they clean every surface. Brushing carefully along the gum line helps remove plaque where it often collects.

What is plaque and why does it matter?

Plaque is a film of germs that sticks to teeth. If plaque stays on teeth, it can make acids that weaken enamel and it can also cause sore, swollen gums, so it needs removing with brushing.

How can I keep my gums healthy as well as my teeth?

You can help keep gums healthy by brushing gently twice a day, cleaning between teeth if advised, and telling a trusted adult or dentist if your gums bleed, hurt, or feel puffy.

1 .
Brushing your teeth prevents ...
plaque
spots
wax
roots
Brushing your teeth prevents the build up of plaque. Plaque can lead to tooth decay and gum disease
2 .
What is a cavity?
Another name for bad breath
A type of tooth
A healthy tooth
Another name for tooth decay
A cavity is another name for a tooth that has got tooth decay
3 .
On average, how many teeth do children have?
32
28
20
16
Children have an average of 20 teeth with more coming through from the age of 12
4 .
What are the sharp pointy teeth at the side called?
Wisdom teeth
Central incisors
Canines
Molars
The sharp teeth at the side are called canines
5 .
What are the molars designed to do?
To bite, tear and rip food
To chew, crush and grind food
To show you are an adult
To look nice
The molars are the biggest teeth and are situated at the back of the mouth. They are designed to chew, crush and grind food
6 .
What are the teeth at the front called?
Central incisors
Wisdom teeth
Canines
Molars
The two top and two bottom front teeth are called your central incisors. The ones next to those are called the lateral incisors
7 .
How often should you visit a dentist?
Twice a year
Twice a week
Twice a month
When you have toothache
You are advised to visit a dentist for a check up twice a year, more if they have concerns
8 .
How often should you clean your teeth?
When they feel dirty
Three times a day
Twice a day
Once a day
You should clean your teeth twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening. You can clean them more if you have had sugary foods or drinks
9 .
How many teeth do adults have?
34
32
28
20
Adults have an average of 32 teeth
10 .
Why is it important to use a toothpaste that contains fluoride?
Fluoride sharpens the canine teeth
Fluoride prevents tooth decay
Fluoride makes the toothpaste taste nice
Fluoride prevents crooked teeth
Fluoride is important as it prevents tooth decay

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