Test Your Knowledge With The Tooth Test
What do you know about your teen’s teeth? Take this quiz to test your knowledge and learn about how to protect your adolescent’s enamel.
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QUESTION 1
Minerals make up what percent of adult teeth?
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The enamel that protects our teeth is the hardest known substance in our bodies, but it can be damaged by the acids in common foods.
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QUESTION 2
New adult teeth are more susceptible to erosion because…
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Newly erupted teeth are more porous than adult teeth and extra care should be taken to avoid the effects of acid erosion.
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QUESTION 3
What is the average thickness of the enamel on adult teeth?
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The average enamel thickness of adult teeth is approximately 2.58 mm. This thin layer of enamel needs to last a lifetime, so treat it with care.
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QUESTION 4
How long does it take for enamel on permanent teeth fully to harden?
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Adult teeth can take up to 5 years to mature, so acid erosion is a concern for children of all ages—as well as adults.
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QUESTION 5
Which foods are the most acidic?
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Eating citrus fruits is important for a healthy diet, but their acids can harm young teeth.
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Pronamel® toothpaste is approved for adults and children 12 years of age and older.
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QUESTION 1
Minerals make up what percent of adult teeth?
CORRECT
The enamel that protects our teeth is the hardest known substance in our bodies, but it can be damaged by the acids in common foods.
INCORRECT
TRY AGAIN
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QUESTION 2
New adult teeth are more susceptible to erosion because…
CORRECT
Newly erupted teeth are more porous than adult teeth and extra care should be taken to avoid the effects of acid erosion.
INCORRECT
TRY AGAIN
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QUESTION 3
What is the average thickness of the enamel on adult teeth?
CORRECT
The average enamel thickness of adult teeth is approximately 2.58 mm. This thin layer of enamel needs to last a lifetime, so treat it with care.
INCORRECT
TRY AGAIN
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QUESTION 4
How long does it take for enamel on permanent teeth fully to harden?
CORRECT
Adult teeth can take up to 5 years to mature, so acid erosion is a concern for children of all ages—as well as adults.
INCORRECT
TRY AGAIN
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QUESTION 5
Which foods are the most acidic?
CORRECT
Eating citrus fruits is important for a healthy diet, but their acids can harm young teeth.
INCORRECT
TRY AGAIN
