For Community II, senior students paired up to give a presentation to preschool classes about oral health. Two students made the PowerPoint, and the other eight went from classroom to classroom to present.
2. Today we are going to talk about..
● How to brush, floss, and rinse your mouth
● How many times a day you should brush, floss, and
rinse
● Foods and drinks that are good for your teeth
● When you should go to the dentist
● Things to make sure you don’t get cavities (holes
in your teeth)
3. Brushing
● Brush 2 minutes in the morning
and at night
● Use a smear of toothpaste
● Move your toothbrush in circles
● Don’t forget your tongue!
4. Flossing
● Flossing removes everything
in between the teeth
● Floss 1 time every day
● Curve the floss around each
tooth by making a “C” shape
7. Fluoride
● Prevents cavities
● Keeps your teeth strong and healthy
● Found in your toothpaste and
mouthwash
● Put on at the dentist using a soft
brush
○ Feels sticky