Health 8 Ch 4 Sect 3 Health Care for the Skin and Mouth Vocab Words Flashcards
1
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acne
A
blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples on the face, chest, and back.
2
Q
athlete’s foot
A
a fungus condition in which the skin between the toes becomes itchy, red, scaly, and cracked.
3
Q
warts
A
small, hard lumps or growths that form on the skin; caused by a virus.
4
Q
dandruff
A
flakes formed of loose, dead skin cells from an oily scalp.
5
Q
dental caries (cavities)
A
tooth decay
6
Q
plaque
A
an invisible layer of bacteria that is constantly forming in the mouth.
7
Q
periodontal disease
A
gum disease
8
Q
malocclusion
A
an improper fit between the upper and lower teeth.
