Personal careQuestion 813 of 1700

Which surfaces of the teeth do you brush during oral care?

  1. Only the front teeth, both upper and lower
  2. The inside, outside, and top of every tooth
  3. Only the outer surfaces of the teeth
  4. Only the teeth on the lower jaw
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Correct answer: The inside, outside, and top of every tooth

Every tooth is brushed on the inside, outside, and top.

Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 5.20: Skills Checklist- Oral Care

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026