Refers to the mouth. It includes the lips, the lining inside the cheeks and lips, the front two thirds of the tongue, the upper and lower gums, the floor of the mouth under the tongue, the bony roof of the mouth, and the small area behind the wisdom teeth.
Oral Health Checklist
Clean teeth (free of plaque)- No chipped, worn or broken teeth
- Pain-free teeth
- Noviecay, or cavities
- No missing teeth
- No loose teeth
- Firm gums
- Fresh breath
- No bleeding
- No sore areas or lesions
- No-swelling or growths
- Adequate saliva
- Pain-free jaw movement
- No difficulty opening your mouth
- No occlusal (bite) problems
