2.PCH.1.1

2.PCH.1.1 Recall the benefits of good dental health.Teeth and gums are very important. Children lose the primary teeth or baby teeth and develop permanent teeth. These teeth need to last for the rest of one’s life, so it is important to take care of them. Teeth help chew food, make it possible to speak correctly, and make a person’s smile attractive. To keep teeth healthy, one should brush with toothpaste and floss every day, have fluoride applications, eat healthy foods, limit sugars and visit the dentist. Children should brush teeth twice a day and floss once a day.
 * The student will recall and explain the importance of good dental hygiene.
 * The student will predict how good dental health will benefit him or her throughout life.
 * The student will practice habits for healthy teeth and gums.

2.PCH.1.2 Execute the proper techniques for brushing teeth.Children should brush teeth twice a day to remove plaque which could harden and cause tooth decay and gum disease. The best times to brush are after meals and before bedtime. It is especially important to brush after eating sweets. The following steps should take about three minutes and are recommended by the American Dental Association:
 * 1) Place a soft brush at a 45-degree angle against the gum.
 * 2) Move the brush gently in short strokes.o Brush the outside, inside and flat parts of teeth.
 * 3) Brush the tongue also.o Be sure to rinse well.


 * The student will explain the importance of brushing.
 * The student will demonstrate proper brushing technique.