How Well Do You Know Your Mouth?

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  

1. What is the proper name for the eye tooth? Canine Papillae Feline Ripper

2. What is the sticky, cream-colored film on your teeth called? Gingivitis Tartar Tapioca Plaque

3. What is tartar or calculus? A subject in math class Crystallized plaque Skin on the roof of the mouth Tissue around the lips

4. What is the hanging ball thing in the center, at the back of your throat called? Velors Uvula Tonsils Patella

5. How many roots does a molar on the top of your mouth usually have? 2 1 3 4

6. How many roots does a molar on the bottom of your mouth usually have? 1 2 4 3

7. Antiseptic mouthwash, by itself, is an effective treatment for gingivitis. True False

8. How often should you floss? Once a week Every other day Every day that you eat Weekends

9. How many teeth are in an adult dentition? 20 32 24 36

10. How many teeth are in an child's dentition? 24 32 20 16