Beaconsfield Dental Practice

Try our quiz to find out how much you know about looking after your teeth and gums!
Answer each question by clicking the button that's next to the correct answer. When you've done them all, click the 'Check my score' button at the bottom of the page and we'll immediately tell you how you did.


How long does it take to clean your teeth properly?
30 seconds
One minute
Two minutes

What is an orthodontist?
A person who's an expert on crocodile teeth
A special sort of dentist who straightens out crooked teeth
It's the Latin name for the Tooth Fairy

Which of these does the MOST harm to your teeth?
Fizzy drinks, sugary sweets and biscuits
Baked beans on toast
Greens, especially cabbage, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts

Who's the best person to show you how to clean your teeth properly?
Your school teacher
Your best friend
Your dentist or hygienist

What's the biggest cause of tooth decay?
Swigging fizzy drinks and sucking sugary sweets, especially between meals
Not getting enough sleep at night
Doing too much physical exercise

What should you do if a tooth hurts?
Ignore it, it will soon go away
Eat lots of toffee and candyfloss
See the dentist as soon as you can

When's the best time to clean your teeth?
Just before you start to do your homework
The last thing you do before you go to bed
As soon as you get up in the morning

What's a sportsguard?
It's the proper name for the goalkeeper in hockey
Pads you wear to protect your shins when you play hockey
It protects your teeth and gums when you play games like rugby, squash or hockey



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