Chapter 12

Question 1

Additive

Answer 1

A substance added to another substance; changing its effect

Question 2

Axilla

Answer 2

Underarm or armpit area

Question 3

Bridge

Answer 3

a type of dental appliance that replaces missing and pulled teeth

Question 4

Dandruff

Answer 4

excessive shedding of dead skin cells from the scalp

Question 5

Dentures

Answer 5

artificial teeth

Question 6

Edema

Answer 6

swelling in body tissues caused by excess fluid

Question 7

Edentulous

Answer 7

lacking teeth; toothless

Question 8

gingivitis

Answer 8

inflammation of the gums

Question 9

Grooming

Answer 9

practices to care for oneself, such as caring for fingernails and hair

Question 10

Halitosis

Answer 10

Bad breath

Question 11

Hygiene

Answer 11

practices to keep the body clean

Question 12

Partial bath

Answer 12

bath that includes washing the face, underarms, hands, and perineal area.

Question 13

Pediculosis

Answer 13

An infection of lice

Question 14

Plaque

Answer 14

a substance that accumulates on the teeth from food and bacteria

Question 15

tartar

Answer 15

hard deposits on the teeth that are filled with bacteria.