Oral Hygiene Instruction Project by https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e Middle School en-us 2017-06-07 14:18:51 UTC 2025-11-06 03:04:17 UTC hello@padlet.com The Effects of Frequent Diet Soda Consumption msamuel4 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/175900723 2017-06-09 16:30:32 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/175900723 Diet and Oral Health msamuel4 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/175964051 Caries, commonly called tooth decay, is currently the number one most common chronic childhood disease according to mouthhealthy.org; however, it can be prevented. 
Sugars and acids in the food we consume, such as soda and candy, feed the bacteria in our mouth and break down the enamel on the teeth causing sensitivity and decay.
 Frequent in between meal snacking greatly increases the chance for developing tooth decay. ]]> 2017-06-10 19:24:38 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/175964051 Plaque Experiment msamuel4 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/175964360 2017-06-10 19:31:49 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/175964360 Foods That Promote Oral Health msamuel4 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/176020181 Calcium rich foods: low-fat or fat-free milk, eggs, cheese, salmon, almonds, and dark leafy greens 
Foods containing phosphorus: eggs, fish, and lean meat 
Foods containing vitamin C: citrus fruits, tomatoes, peppers, broccoli, potatoes, and spinach 

Chewing gum: sugarfree gum helps to dislodge food particles as well as increase salivary flow to neutralize the acidic environment in the mouth. ]]> 2017-06-11 22:39:02 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/176020181 msamuel4 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/176020790 2017-06-11 22:51:57 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/176020790 Alternatives to Everyday Products msamuel4 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/176020855 Xylitol: Xylitol is an artificial sweetener that has shown to be beneficial for the prevention of dental decay and gum disease. It can be found in gums, nasal sprays, and in packages. Substitute sugar in baked goods for Xylitol to protect teeth. ]]> 2017-06-11 22:53:14 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/176020855 Smoking Fact Finders ahall551 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177384481 http://www.pbs.org/inthemix/educators/lessons/smoking2/smoking_crossword.html
Middle schoolers have a lot of energy and like to participate in activities- this is a smoking fact crossword that the students would pair up and answer via internet research. After they complete the crossword, groups can share their answers and compare similarities and differences.
Answers: http://www.pbs.org/inthemix/educators/lessons/smoking2/answerkey.html]]> 2017-06-25 19:28:17 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177384481 The Problem marieparker56_paige https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177492245 Braces are difficult to keep clean
*Orthodontic appliances retain biofilm and debris 
*Irregular positioning of teeth are more susceptible for biofilm retention
*Bacteria present in biofilm can lead to gingivitis and cause inflammation and bleeding ]]> 2017-06-26 23:37:32 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177492245 marieparker56_paige https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177492962 2017-06-26 23:50:49 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177492962 How to keep them clean marieparker56_paige https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177493906 Use a Power brush or soft manual brush to clean around brackets
*Sulcular brushing technique
   - Insert brush above, below, and over wire. Rotate and vibrate to remove biofilm and debris.
* Try a Waterpik
  -oral irrigator will use water to help dislodge debris

]]> 2017-06-27 00:05:25 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177493906 marieparker56_paige https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177494515 2017-06-27 00:15:27 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177494515 Cleaning between brackets marieparker56_paige https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177494540 *Floss threaders 
*Superfloss
*Single tufted brush
*Interdental brushes ]]> 2017-06-27 00:15:57 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177494540 marieparker56_paige https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177494684 2017-06-27 00:19:20 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177494684 marieparker56_paige https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177494770 2017-06-27 00:21:17 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177494770 Avoid Staining marieparker56_paige https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177495063 *Plaque can build up around the brackets and if not removed, lead to demineralization of the enamel that looks like white spots on the tooth surface after braces are removed
(Bacteria release acids)
*Focus on your oral hygiene routine
*Keep brushing, flossing, and using antimicrobial rinses to remove the bacteria
*Keep brushing, flossing, and rinsing with antimicrobial wash

]]> 2017-06-27 00:27:02 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177495063 marieparker56_paige https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177495478 2017-06-27 00:35:13 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177495478 Kahoot! Go to Kahoot.it sclark60 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177542050 https://play.kahoot.it/#/k/b00dce09-bcdc-44d8-aa44-1b7b3fcdaf6f]]> 2017-06-27 11:16:58 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177542050 Cigarette Smoking ahall551 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177589219 From 2011 to 2016, current cigarette smoking declined among middle and high school students. (CDC)
  • About 2 of every 100 middle school students (2.2%) reported in 2016 that they smoked cigarettes in the past 30 days—a decrease from 4.3% in 2011.
https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/data_statistics/fact_sheets/youth_data/tobacco_use/index.htm
]]> 2017-06-27 20:46:55 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177589219 Foods That Feed Bacteria msamuel4 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177593516 Lollipops, hard candies, cookies, cakes, pies, breads, muffins, potato chips, pretzels, french fries, bananas, raisins, and other dried fruits]]> 2017-06-27 21:59:04 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177593516 E-Cigarettes ahall551 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177600824 Current use of electronic cigarettes increased among middle and high school students from 2011 to 2016. (CDC)
  • About 4 of every 100 middle school students (4.3%) reported in 2016 that they used electronic cigarettes in the past 30 days—an increase from 0.6% in 2011.
According to a 2017 study by the Hawaii Public Health Institute – Coalition for a Tobacco Free Hawaii, 100% of all e-cigs contain more than just flavoring, yet 66% of teens believe flavoring and water is all there is.

http://www.hamakua-health.org/2017/06/parents-its-time-to-talk-with-your-kids-about-smoking-and-vaping/
https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/data_statistics/fact_sheets/youth_data/tobacco_use/index.htm
]]> 2017-06-28 00:16:13 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177600824 There's an App for everything sclark60 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177609354 Healthy Teeth - Tooth Brushing Reminder, Timer and Instruction
https://appsto.re/us/j7Z_-.i
Brush Teeth - Toothbrush Timer & Dental Brushing!
https://appsto.re/us/HBTV-.i]]> 2017-06-28 02:25:41 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177609354 Oral Health mjeanlouis5 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177616117 When it comes to oral hygiene we want to look for signs of gingivitis. Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums and surrounding tissues. Key signs include:
*Redness
*Swelling
*Bleeding

]]> 2017-06-28 04:32:51 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177616117 Recommended brushing mjeanlouis5 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177616441 To help reduce gingivitis and plaque it is recommended that you brush in a circular motion at 40 degrees. Plaque is a thin layer of bacteria that coats the teeth. Brush your teeth for a length of 2 minutes twice a day making sure to pay special attention to your back teeth. ]]> 2017-06-28 04:39:54 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177616441 How often should I brush? sclark60 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177616752 The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends brushing twice a day for two minutes.
Not just before you go to the dentist! ]]> 2017-06-28 04:45:41 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177616752 Manual and Power mjeanlouis5 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177617195 Manual toothbrushes are more of the traditional style brushes. A soft brush is always recommended so that way you do not cause trauma to the gums and recession. Power brushes are easier to use in terms of dexterity and efficiency in removing plaque. ]]> 2017-06-28 04:55:24 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177617195 Recommended flossing mjeanlouis5 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177617420 2017-06-28 05:01:17 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177617420 Effects of plaque buildup mjeanlouis5 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177617499 2017-06-28 05:03:03 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177617499 Effects of smoking on your mouth ahall551 https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177644017 2017-06-28 12:25:17 UTC https://padlet.com/msamuel4/7e2yjvqdcm1e/wish/177644017