Dental Health

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Across
  1. 2. ______ is a sticky, soft film that can build up on your teeth and cause decay.
  2. 4. You should brush your teeth ________ a day.
  3. 7. The bone that forms the lower jaw.
  4. 8. This mineral helps to protect your tooth enamel- it's found in many toothpastes.
  5. 10. This type of tooth is pointy, sharp, and made to help tear food.
  6. 12. One of the most common childhood diseases is ______.
  7. 13. These help to correct misaligned teeth.
Down
  1. 1. Doing this daily will help remove any food or debris stuck between your teeth and gum line.
  2. 3. The hard, tough, and shiny substance that covers the crown of the tooth as a protective layer.
  3. 5. An artificial tooth placed in your jawbone.
  4. 6. Allows for a view inside your mouth including your teeth, bones and surrounding soft tissue.
  5. 9. The pulp of your teeth contain ______, which send messages to the brain like if your ice cream is too cold.
  6. 10. A result of tooth decay.
  7. 11. The ______ are teeth that are big and strong to help you grind food so it can be swallowed.