1. What is diabetes? 2. Describe the two different types of diabetes and explain how they differ.
3. List the ways diabetes can be controlled. Dental diseases Crown
Healthy teeth and gums are important because: • They help digest food properly • They enhance your general appearance • They enable you to speak clearly
Bad teeth can cause problems such as stomach upsets and bad breath.
Functions of teeth ( For more information on teeth, see p. 48) • Incisors: Bite food • Canines: Cut and tear food • Molars and pre-molars: Grind food
Dental diseases
The two main forms of dental diseases are: 1. Dental caries – the decay of the enamel of teeth, leading to tooth decay.
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Classroom-Based Assessment
This section is linked to CBA2 and the Practical Food Skills examination.
Enamel
Dentine Pulp Gums
Bone
Root canal
Nerves and blood vessels
The structure of a tooth
2. Periodontal disease – affects the gums and tissues surrounding the teeth.