Keep Your Teeth Clean!
Keep Your Teeth Clean!
Brushing your teeth is very important. It helps keep your mouth healthy. When you eat, tiny bits of food stay in your mouth. These bits can cause problems if you don't brush them away.
Why Brush?
Brushing gets rid of the food bits. It also fights germs that can hurt your teeth and gums. If you don't brush, you might get cavities. Cavities are like tiny holes in your teeth. Ouch!
How to Brush
First, put a little bit of toothpaste on your brush. Then, brush all around your teeth. Don't forget the back teeth! Brush gently in circles. Do this for two minutes. That's how long it takes to clean well.
Don't Forget to Floss
Flossing is also important. It helps clean between your teeth where your brush can't reach. Ask a grown-up to help you floss. If you brush and floss every day, your smile will be happy and healthy!
- Cavities:
- Tiny holes in your teeth.
- Floss:
- A string to clean between your teeth.
- Germs:
- Tiny things that can make you sick.
- toothpaste:
- A special cream you put on a toothbrush to help clean your teeth.
- gums:
- The soft pink parts in your mouth that hold your teeth in place.
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About this informational passage for 1st Grade
“Keep Your Teeth Clean!” is a informational reading passage about Oral Hygiene, written for 1st Grade. It takes about 1 minute to read (156 words) and comes with an interactive quiz and a printable worksheet with comprehension questions and an answer key.