Understanding Teeth

What are the first set of teeth that babies develop called?

• Incisors

• Milk teeth

• Wisdom teeth

• Permanent teeth

At what age do children typically have a full set of permanent teeth?

• 10-11 years

• 8-9 years

• 6-7 years

• 12-13 years

Which part of the tooth is the hardest and protects the inner parts?

• Dentin

• Pulp

• Enamel

• Cementum

What is the role of canines in our mouth?

• Cutting food into small pieces

• Grinding food

• Tearing and gripping food

• Protecting the gums

Why might wisdom teeth need to be removed?

• They are not needed for chewing

• They can crowd and hurt other teeth

• They are too sharp

• They are the first to decay

What is the main function of molars?

• Protecting gums

• Grinding food

• Tearing food

• Cutting food

How much of your teeth's surface is missed if you don't floss?

• 50%

• 20%

• 30%

• 40%

What do bacteria in the mouth produce that can harm teeth?

• Plaque and acid

• Calcium

• Saliva

• Sugar

Which side do right-handed people typically chew on?

• Both sides equally

• Right side

• Front teeth

• Left side

How much pressure can you create when biting down hard?

• 100 pounds

• 150 pounds

• 250 pounds

• 200 pounds