Across
- 2. Common symptoms of this type of cancer include swelling, lumps or bumps, or rough spots on the lips, gums or inside in the mouth.
- 3. Percentage of the people around the world ages 65 to 74 who don't have any natural teeth left.
- 5. Also known as bad breath, this disease affects at least 50 percent of adults in their lifetime.
- 9. The hardest substance in the human body
- 10. The American Dental Associations suggests that you brush your teeth for 2 minutes twice a day with a _____ toothpaste
- 11. A common and mild form of gum disease that causes irritation, redness and swelling at the base of your teeth.
- 12. Decayed areas of your teeth that develop into tiny openings or holes.
Down
- 1. The number of cleanings allowed in a calendar year under Stewart's dental plan.
- 3. The recommended number of dental exams in a year.
- 4. The human mouth contains more ____ than there are people on Earth.
- 6. Research has linked periodontal disease to other health problems including heart complications, _____, diabetes complications and respiratory issues.
- 7. By not _____ you miss approximately 35% of your tooth's surface.
- 8. A sticky film that coats teeth and contains bacteria.
- 9. Treatment with braces typically begins between the ages of ____ and 14.
