Unit 2: Oral Health

Acid: An acid is a liquid with

a
low PH which causes chemical
reactions.

Floss is thread which is used to

clean
between teeth.
 bacteria are very small organisms,
some of
which cause disease.
 mouthwash is a liquid used to kill bacteria in
the
mouth and freshen breath.
 toothpaste is a substance placed
on a toothbrush and used to clean
the teeth.

toothbrush is a tool, usually made of

colored plastic, which people used to
clean the teeth.
 Sugar: A sugar is a type of simple
carbohydrate that dissolves in
water.
 1. What are some products that people use to keep
their
mouth healthy?

2. What happens if people don’t keep their mouth clean

and healthy?