OHI Project for Middleschoolers by Rose Dawkins https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy Brenda, Fran and Rose en-us 2020-06-26 23:18:24 UTC 2025-05-15 15:34:33 UTC hello@padlet.com https://i.pinimg.com/originals/9f/73/b9/9f73b950b7a1be96a23bac16a0957439.jpg Why is Oral Health Important? rdawkins3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641448973 When the mouth is not cleaned, there is a build up of bacteria called
Streptococcus MUTANS, which can cause cavities, pain in the mouth and gum disease.

Good oral health can prevent:
* Bad breath
* Gum disease such as gingivitis or periodontitis
* Tooth decay
* Loss of teeth

]]> 2020-06-26 23:33:06 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641448973 What Does a Healthy Mouth Look Like? rdawkins3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641456323 * Pink gums (not red or swollen)
* No broken skin or sores in the mouth
* Teeth should be intact and firm (not cracked or loose)


]]> 2020-06-26 23:56:33 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641456323 Cleaning your Mouth at Home rdawkins3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641458532 Things you can do to keep you mouth clean and healthy:

* Brush two times a day for two minutes
* Floss once a day
* Use Mouthwash 
* Use a tongue scraper
* Chew sugar-free gum with xylitol
* Rinse or brush your mouth after eating]]> 2020-06-27 00:02:32 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641458532 Don't Forget to Floss rdawkins3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641497668 Flossing helps us remove food and plaque that is in the hard to reach areas between our teeth. Brushing alone only cleans 3 of the 5 surfaces of our teeth, flossing can help clean the other surfaces clean.

* Infrequent flossing can lead to bleeding sensitive gums, but if you floss more frequently the bleeding will stop. 

* For closely spaced teeth waxed floss is a good choice. For more opened spaces tufted floss would be a better option. 

* There are a lot of fun flavors of floss to try, such as mint, bubblegum, cinnamon and even bacon. 



]]> 2020-06-27 02:14:21 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641497668 Flossing Technique rdawkins3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641502502 2020-06-27 02:32:38 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641502502 The Bass Brushing Technique rdawkins3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641502775 2020-06-27 02:33:44 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641502775 Mouthwash Benefits brendiboox3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641589978 * Avoids plaque buildup
* Prevents cavities
* Helps with bad breath

]]> 2020-06-27 08:30:07 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641589978 Gingivitis can Progress! brendiboox3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641591382 It doesn't end in gingivitis... Gingivitis can be reversed—but if left untreated, may lead to periodontitis! The damage left by periodontitis is irreversible!]]> 2020-06-27 08:36:16 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641591382 Routine Cleaning and Check-up brendiboox3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641593576 Make sure to visit the dentist every 6 months for a regular cleaning and to check the overall health of your mouth:

* The dental hygienist will remove any calculus on sight and may provide cavity-preventing products (such as a fluoride varnish).
* Prevention is key to avoiding any treatment in the future that could have been avoided in the first place! 
* Oral health education is also provided during your visits, which can help you learn to maintain a clean, healthy mouth.
* You may need braces and/or orthodontic therapy to bite down (occlude) correctly. The aesthetic result is a bonus!
* Any abnormalities or diseases can be detected and treated early, so it is important to check for these regularly.]]> 2020-06-27 08:45:11 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641593576 What is Calculus? brendiboox3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641596425 * Calculus is another word for tartar.
* Crusty deposit made of calcified plaque—millions of bacterial cells that are hardened and packed together with calcium phosphate from our own saliva.
* Traps stains on teeth and causes discoloration.
* Cannot be removed by brushing because of its strong bond to the teeth.
* Must be removed by a dental professional (dental hygienist).]]> 2020-06-27 08:56:00 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641596425 What is Fluoride Varnish? brendiboox3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641600430 A dental treatment that:
* Prevents cavities
* Helps reduce tooth sensitivity
* Remineralizes (repairs) enamel (outer layer) damage

It is applied like a paintbrush on a canvas. It will feel sticky on your teeth until it is removed through tooth brushing or eating.
* For best results, it's recommended you don't brush your teeth or eat/drink anything hot/crunchy for the next 4-6 hours after application!

]]> 2020-06-27 09:10:28 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641600430 The Importance of Occlusion brendiboox3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641786824 Occlusion = how your teeth closes together
An incorrect occlusion may lead to several problems including:
* Biting/chewing problems
* Speech difficulty
* Jaw pain
* Plaque buildup
* Aesthetic unpleasantness]]> 2020-06-27 18:22:49 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641786824 Difference Between Manual and Power Toothbrush brendiboox3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641788977 * Electric toothbrushes do the work for you—they spin at high speeds to remove more plaque in less time
* They often include different brushing modes and different bristle tips for you to choose
* Most come with a 2-minute timer and will vibrate once it's time to move to the next quadrant
* Include pressure sensors and will light up or vibrate to warn if you are pressing too hard]]> 2020-06-27 18:29:56 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641788977 Habits that can cause Cavities/Caries rdawkins3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641792617 * Frequent snacking
* Eating sugary foods
* Drinking sugary drinks such as soda
* Not properly brushing and cleaning the mouth]]> 2020-06-27 18:41:25 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641792617 What's the Deal with Xylitol? brendiboox3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641795293 2020-06-27 18:50:06 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641795293 What are Cavities and How do we get them? brendiboox3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641796713 * Cavities is just a fancy term for tooth decay
* Professionally, it is referred to as dental caries
* Bacteria feed on the food particles found on our teeth and excrete acid!
* If we do not clean our teeth properly, the continuation of acid results in tooth decay because the acid eats away at our teeth]]> 2020-06-27 18:54:07 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641796713 What is Plaque? rdawkins3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641796828 Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that can form on your toothbrush and teeth. When the plaque is not removed from teeth it builds up. If there is a high buildup of plaque over a longer period of time it can harden and become tarter/calculus. 

]]> 2020-06-27 18:54:29 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641796828 Review of Plaque and Calculus rdawkins3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641802028 2020-06-27 19:08:32 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641802028 Oral Health Affects Your Entire Body brendiboox3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641802887 * Dental health is not at all separate from general, systemic health
* Many studies have shown that oral health can affect different systems in the body, which is why it's so important to care for your teeth!]]> 2020-06-27 19:10:31 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641802887 rdawkins3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641803368 2020-06-27 19:12:17 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641803368 Habits that Can Cause Tooth Damage brendiboox3 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641811137 * Grinding teeth ( sliding and rubbing them against each other)
* Smoking/vaping/chewing tobacco
* Biting nails
* Using teeth as tools (ex. to open bottles)
* Chewing on hard candies (ex. Lollipops, jawbreakers)
* Chewing on ice]]> 2020-06-27 19:34:26 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641811137 Introduction franceskabeauvoir21 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641954584 Dental Hygiene Presentation
by Brenda Gonzalez, Franceska Beauvoir and Rose Dawkins
Valencia College Dental Hygiene Program ]]> 2020-06-28 04:37:45 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641954584 Goodbye franceskabeauvoir21 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641984269 We hope you learned some good tips on how to better care for your teeth.!]]> 2020-06-28 05:58:29 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641984269 Summary - Recap franceskabeauvoir21 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641989706 - Bad Bacteria like streptococcus mutans that can cause cavities and bad oral health
- Oral health affects our bodies so we should work hard to keep good oral hygiene
- Eating lots of sugar often can cause cavities 
- We should brush 2x a day, floss 1x day and use mouth wash
- We should brush in circular motions at a 45 degree
- It it important to see a dentist regularly to make sure our teeth stay healthy]]> 2020-06-28 06:11:20 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/641989706 Parts of the Oral Cavity franceskabeauvoir21 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/642265825 Gums
Teeth (32)
- Incisors - Cutting food
(8) Front teeth 
- Canines - Tearing 
 (4) Next to incisors 
- Premolars - Grinding 
(8) Next to canines
- Molars - Grinding
(12) next to premolars

]]> 2020-06-28 17:04:57 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/642265825 Bad Effects of Smoking on your Mouth franceskabeauvoir21 https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/642400292 Stains teeth
Causes bad breath (halitosis)
Gum disease
Tooth loss
Increases the chance of developing oral cancer]]> 2020-06-28 21:58:35 UTC https://padlet.com/rdawkins3/snupswrtyu913ixy/wish/642400292