Free Caries Risk Self Quiz

Row of three teeth with pit and fissure caries

How Susceptible Are You To Getting Dental Cavities?

*This free online dental caries risk assessment quiz is based on the California Dental Association’s Caries Management by Risk Assessment (CAMBRA) designed for patients aged 6 years and older. This caries risk assessment tool is meant to give you an idea of your level of dental caries risk, and by no means substitute for an oral exam by a dental professional. Please consult your dental professional for a more complete examination.

How Did You Score?

Score 3 or lower – LOW caries risk

Score 4-7 – MODERATE caries risk

Score 8 and above – HIGH caries risk

Here Are Some Things You Can Do To Reduce Your Risk Of Cavities

  1. Brush regularly with fluoridated toothpaste, ideally after every meal. For more information on how you can improve, read 9 Tips to Brushing Your Teeth Better.
  2. If you cannot brush your teeth right away after a meal, rinse your mouth.
  3. Make it a habit to floss after every time you brush. For more information on how you can improve, read 6 Helpful Tips to Floss Your Teeth Better.
  4. Eliminate the habit of snacking and frequent sipping of sugary drinks.
  5. Choose healthier foods and drinks that are not only good for your teeth, but also for your overall health. For more information on how you can improve, read 8 Foods and Drinks That Are Bad For Your Teeth.
  6. If your city or township water is fluoridated, drink tap water to benefit from the healthy effects of fluoride.
  7. Consider getting dental sealants to eliminate pits and fissures on the top surfaces of your teeth that can cause cavities.
  8. Chew sugar-free gum to stimulate production of saliva if you have dry mouth.
  9. Visit your dentist regularly for dental check-ups. If it has been a while since you last visited a dentist, contact us at Atlas Dental in Toronto for a New Patient Exam and Dental Cleaning.

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