Brushing and Flossing Basics
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Objective
I can describe the proper way to brush and floss my teeth.
Part 1 of 4
Warm-up video
Advantage Dental+ · 4:59
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Part 2 of 4
Key concepts
3 concepts
- 1
To keep your teeth and gums healthy, it is important to brush your teeth two times a day for two minutes each time.
- 2
When brushing, you should brush your teeth, gums, and tongue to remove germs like Moe Caries.
- 3
Flossing helps remove germs from between your teeth, in places where a toothbrush cannot reach.
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Practice
3 questions
According to the video, what are the three main parts of your mouth that you need to brush every day?
Why is flossing important for dental hygiene, according to the video?
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Describe the proper way to brush your teeth, including how often and for how long you should brush, and what parts of your mouth you should brush.”
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