Dental Care

After every meal, I am in the practice of brushing my teeth. I use a toothpaste recommended by my dentist, and I make sure to floss to remove any food between my teeth. I am also using a special kit for tooth whitening, something that is becoming more popular now. I visit my dentist every six months for a dental cleaning and checkup, and fortunately, my health insurance covers the cost. For most people, if you take care of your teeth, you won't get any cavities. Every morning, I brush my teeth right after I eat breakfast. I put a little toothpaste on my toothbrush and then brush for about two or three minutes. I brush up and down to reach the spaces between my teeth. I also use dental floss to remove food particles between my teeth. I used to use an electric toothbrush, but it didn't work very well. I'm also using a tooth whitening kit to whiten my teeth because I think a brighter smile will make a better impression on people and will give me more self-confidence. When I finish brushing, I rinsemy mouth and my toothbrush. Then, I put my toothbrush away in the bathroom medicine cabinet. Part II: Discussion As a general rule, how often do you brush your teeth? What problems can happen if you don't brush regularly? Do you avoid certain foods or drinks that cause tooth decay? Part III: Online Investigation Not all toothbrushes and toothpaste are the same. Use the Internet to find three different brands of toothpaste and/or toothbrushes and compare the benefits of each. Although many people don't like the experience, visiting a dentist regularly is one of the best ways to take care of your teeth. In addition to cleanings, more and more dentists are offering additional care including tooth whitening and orthodontic treatments like braces. You can find other dental services or other practices around the world that are meeting the medical needs of patients. Listen to the words below and consult a dictionary if you need a definition. Write a sample sentence for each word to learn how it is used in context. You can use the Internet to find related information. 1. brush your teeth 2. family dental plan 3. fill a cavity

4. get a dental cleaning 5. get fillings put in 6. have a dental checkup 7. have a dental exam 8. have an x-ray 9. have braces 10. have dental insurance 11. have your wisdom teeth pulled 12. remove tartar buildup 13. set up a dental appointment 14. sit in the waiting room 15. talk with an orthodontist 16. talk with the dental assistant 17. use dental floss 18. use tooth whitening 19. use toothpaste 20. visit the dentist

II. Practice:Top Now, complete the sentences below with the best answer: 1. You should _________________ at least once a day to remove food between your teeth. A. get fillings put in B. fill a cavity C. use dental floss

2. My sister now __________________ to straighten her teeth. She'll look great once she gets them off. A. uses tooth whitening B. wears braces C. has a dental exam

3. I'd like to __________________ for next Monday at 3:00 p.m. if the dentist is in at that time. A. sit in the waiting room family dental plan B. set up a dental appointment C. have a