Human Body: Teeth
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| Human Body: Teeth |
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Description:
| Learn about the structure of your teeth, different types of teeth you have, and their functions. Learn how to take care of your teeth and prevent them from dental diseases. Includes movies, classroom activities, hand-on experiments, lesson plans, and online games. |
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Grade Level:
| 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 |
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Resource Links:
| Mouth and Teeth
Learn about functions of mouth and teeth, common mouth and dental diseases and conditions, and maintaining healthy teeth.
BBC: Skeleton: Teeth
This site includes information about the different types of teeth, their functions, and problems associated with teeth. Click on the skeleton of teeth to rotate it in the small window and see teeth from different angles. NOTE: The Talk link goes to a message board.
Tooth Growth and Development
Lean about the development of teeth we have at different ages. Information about different kinds of teeth and their functions, as well as a cross-section picture a tooth is included.
What Causes a Cavity?
This site provides information about the causes of cavities and why a cavity takes so long to hurt. To view a step-by-step treatment procedure, click `Root Canal Slideshow' at the bottom of the root canal therapies section.
BBC: Halitosis
Find out the causes of bad breath and how to prevent this problem. NOTE: The Talk link goes to a message board.
Brushing and Flossing Illustrations
See animations that demonstrate brushing and flossing techniques and brief information about dental diseases.
Tooth Numbering Systems
Learn the numbering teeth system used in the United State.
Dental Emergencies and Injuries
Learn about tips for preventing accident and injury to your teeth and learn what to do when an accident does occur.
Classroom Ideas and Resources
This site provides some ideas and resources such as hand-on activities, lesson plans, and presentations for teachers.
Open Wide and Trek Inside
Learn how to help first and second graders understand proper care of their mouths and structures within. This site includes lesson plans for teachers and student activities with interactive activities and games. In each activity, click `CC' for a caption on.
BBC: Teeth and Eating
This site has a game where children try to match the set of teeth to the right animal and an online quiz to test their understanding about human teeth, different animals, and their diets. NOTE: The Talk link goes to a message board.
Simple Steps to Better Dental Health
Learn about cavities, cavities and teeth diseases prevention, dental visit, and more . Includes interactive tools and videos.
Taking Care of Your Teeth
Read an article about toothpaste invention and how to keep your teeth healthy.
Dental Activities
This page has various activities related to dental hygiene, teeth anatomy and functions, and nutrition for healthy teeth.
Smile Kids
Learn about dental health from fun facts, stories, and games.
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Education Standards:
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AL Standards:
5.1, 5.4, 6
AR Standards:
LS.2.6.4.g, LS.3.6.7.j
DE Standards:
1.1.35, 6.1.5, 1.1.11, 3.2.4, 1.1.25, 6.1.4
ME Standards:
C3.a, C3.a, C3.b, E4.b
MO Standards:
1.1, 3.4, 4.1, 4.7, 3, 4.3.C.b
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