Multiple choice

Directions: Read the following information and answer the given question.

Sneha and Samiksha are siblings. Sneha brushes her teeth twice a day whereas Samiksha hardly brushes once in a day. Sneha suggests her sister to do the same but she doesn’t bother, due to which she is suffering from various oral health problems.

Which of the following is the most common oral health issue caused due to reduced frequency of brushing?

  1. Dental caries

  2. Dental trauma

  3. Decreased saliva production

  4. Oral cancer
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Explanation

Poor oral hygiene, specifically infrequent brushing, allows plaque to build up, which leads to the demineralization of tooth enamel, resulting in dental caries (cavities).

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