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cheese are rich sources of calcium while lemons, oranges, amla, etc., are rich

sources of vitamin C. We should eat more fruits and vegetables.

Tips to keep the teeth healthy and strong
1. Brush your teeth twice a day, i.e., in the morning and at night before sleeping.

2. Move your brush both upwards and downwards while brushing your teeth.

3. Do not use pins or other pointed objects to clean in between the teeth.

A dental floss should be used for the same.

Brush the outer surface Brush the inner surface Brush the top of the
of the teeth of the teeth teeth
Proper way of brushing the teeth

4. Rinse your mouth with clean water after

every meal.

5. Too much of sweets or aerated drinks cause
tooth decay. We should avoid them.

6. A regular visit to the dentist, at least once in

six months, can help in maintaining healthy
teeth.

S E L Self-Awareness • Collaboration
Activity

Sit in pairs. Ask your partner to open the mouth. Now, count the number of different teeth and
record the same in the table given below. Look for teeth with cavities.

Type of teeth Upper jaw Lower jaw Total

Incisors

Canines
Premolars
Molars

How many teeth (a) have cavities (b) are yellow in colour?

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