Ch 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is health
A
State of Complete physical, mental and social wellbeing and not merely that absence of disease
2
Q
What is wellbeing
A
Physically and mentally healthy and have a sense of purpose and belonging
3
Q
To be physically healthy you should
A
Precautions against illness
Balanced diet
Sleep
Exercise
Relaxation
Personal hygiene
Avoid health hazards
4
Q
Structure of teeth
A
Crown: visable ablve gum
Root : embedded in jawbone and gum
Enamel: hard substance that protects the rest of the tooth
Dentine: directly under enamel and not as hard
Pulp cavity: centre of tooth, contains nerves and blood vessels keeping it alive
Cementum: attatches tooth to bone holding it in place