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Think you know about your teeth? Try our health quiz to test your oral health knowledge. Is fruit juice bad for teeth and is fluoride good? The answers are here.

Think you know about your teeth? Try our health quiz to test your dental health knowledge. Is fruit juice bad for teeth and is fluoride good? The answers are here.


1. How often do you brush your teeth with fluoride toothpaste?




2. Do you drink sweetened fizzy drinks, cordial or fruit juices




3. As an adult, do you floss your teeth?




4. How often do you eat sugary foods between meals?




5. Are your gums ever reddened, sore or prone to bleeding?




6. Do you visit your dental professional regularly?




7. Do you smoke cigarettes and drink alcohol?




8. Do you (or would you) wear a mouthguard when playing or training for sports?




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Score 8 to 12: Your dental habits are putting your teeth and gums at serious risk. Seek help from your dentist to assist you to keep your teeth healthy and pain free.

Score 13 to 18: Some of your dental habits are putting you at increased risk of problems such as tooth decay and gum disease. Making a few, simple changes, like brushing your teeth twice daily with a fluoride toothpaste and reducing your intake of sugary snacks and drinks can make all the difference to your oral health. See your dentist or oral health professional for further information and advice.

Score 19 to 24: Congratulations, it seems that you are taking excellent care of your oral health. There’s always room for improvement, so ask your dentist for practical suggestions on oral care.

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Last reviewed: October 2010

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