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1. True or False? Tooth decay is caused by germs that can be passed from one person to another.

2. Name two health conditions that are associated with poor oral health.

3. True or False? A dental sealant is a plastic coating that is often applied to children’s teeth to
help prevent tooth decay.

4.What is the most common chronic childhood disease?

5.What is the most common type of facial injury sustained during participation in sports?

Answers:

1. True or False? Tooth decay is caused by germs that can be passed from one person to another.

Answer: True

2. Name two health conditions that are associated with poor oral health.

Possible answers:
• Heart disease
• Stroke
• Diabetes
• Pneumonia
• Memory loss

3. True or False? A dental sealant is a plastic coating that is often applied to children’s teeth to
help prevent tooth decay.

Answer: True

4.What is the most common chronic childhood disease?

A. Hay fever
B. Asthma
C. Tooth decay

Answer: Tooth decay

5.What is the most common type of facial injury sustained during participation in sports?

Answer: Dental injuries, the majority of which are preventable through the use of a mouthguard