Test your knowledge of dentistry & your dental health! Take the quiz & see the answer key at the bottom to see how well you did.
- When should you floss?
- a. Before you brush your teeth.
- b. After you brush your teeth.
- c. Before or after—as long as you floss at least once a day!
- Which beverages are acidic & can cause tooth decay?
- a. Wine
- b. Water with lemon
- c. Diet soda
- d. Coffee
- e. All of the above
- When should children first see the dentist?
- a. Within 6 months of their first tooth coming in.
- b. Once they have at least two teeth.
- c. Once all of their teeth have come in.
- d. Once they’re old enough to talk to the dentist.
- What does fluoride do?
- a. It helps keep plaque from sticking to teeth.
- b. It helps rebuild dental enamel & reverse early tooth decay.
- c. It kills bacteria in your mouth that can cause tooth decay.
- d. All of the above.
- In addition to poor dental hygiene, which of these are risk factors for gum disease?
- a. Genetic susceptibility.
- b. Diabetes.
- c. Smoking.
- d. Medications that cause dry mouth.
- e. All of the above.
- True or False: A hard bristle toothbrush is better at cleaning teeth than a soft bristle toothbrush.
- a. True.
- b. False.
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Address & Phone
We are located on Elton Road off New Hampshire Avenue, behind the Hillandale Shopping Center.
301-768-4667
Hours
- Monday: 7:30am-7:00pm
- Tuesday: 7:30am-5:00pm
- Wednesday: 7:30am-7:00pm
- Thursday: 7:30am-7:00pm
- Friday: 7:30am-5:00pm
- Monday: 7:30am-7:00pm
- Tuesday: 7:30am-5:00pm
- Wednesday: 7:30am-7:00pm
- Thursday: 7:30am-7:00pm
- Friday: 7:30am-5:00pm
About Us
At Hillandale Smiles, our team is dedicated to providing a comfortable & trusted dental experience. We know our patients have busy schedules, so we provide holistic & comprehensive children’s care, adult care, specialty care & cosmetic care all in one convenient location with your individualized needs in mind. From preventive care to smile restorations, the team at Hillandale Smiles is committed to providing the highest quality care for a lifetime of healthy smiles.