Caring for my teeth

1. K. Batchelor Evering
K. Batchelor Evering

2. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
• Define terms related (dental caries, periodontal
disease, halitosis, gingivitis and plaque)
• Identify the three basic parts of a tooth
• Explain the causes of tooth decay
• Categorize foods based on their tendency to cause
tooth decay
• Outline at least three guidelines to follow in order
to keep gums & teeth healthy

3. Match each term on the left, with its correct meaning on the
right
1. Dental caries Gum disease
2. Plaque Tooth decay
3. Periodontal disease Bad breath
4. Gingivitis White sticky substance which builds up on the teeth
5. Halitosis Inflammation of infection of the gums

4. Match each term on the left, with its correct meaning on the
right
1. Dental caries Tooth decay
2. Plaque White sticky substance which builds up on the teeth
3. Periodontal disease Gum disease
4. Gingivitis Inflammation or infection of the gums
5. Halitosis Bad breath

11. Warning
signs of
A Cavity

13. HOW DO I KEEP MY TEETH HEALTHY?
Eat balanced
meals
Avoid too much sugar/
refined foods/ acidic drinks
Brush after meals & before bed
floss
Regular dental check-
up
Fluoride toothpaste/
mouthwash

15. References
• Freeland-Graves,J.H., & Peckham, G.C. (1996). Foundations of food preparation. (6th edition.). Prentice
Hall Inc.
• Marchand, C., Glen, H., Miles, I., Gayle, R., Jacks-Pinnock, V., & Campbell, S. (2017).
Home economics for Caribbean schools CXC food and nutrition: A two year course. (4th
edition.). Jamaica Publishing House Ltd.
• Ridgwell,J. (1996). Examining Food and nutrition. Heinemann Ed.
• Tull, A & Coward, A. (2009). Caribbean food and nutrition for CSEC. Oxford University
Press.