Question

Read the passage and complete the sentences given below.

Oral Neglect Wipes Off City Smiles

The coming year might see fewer delhiites smiling. It's not the happiness quotient that is declining but irthodontists say that an increasing number of people are falling prey to tooth problems
. Orthodontists and dentists across the city
maintain that, in spite of growing awareness
about oral hygiene, people in Delhi and elsewhere in the country have failed to imbibe healty oral practices which keep tooth problems at bay. As a result tooth problems - in particular
, instances of tooth decay havd been spiralling, often requiring removal of the tooth or surgery. Although people talk about healthy practices like brushing their teeth twice a day and visiting the dentist once in six months, very few adhere to it. Ignorance is the primary reason why an
increasing number of dental problems are taking a serious turn.
Indians have never been conscious about oral hygiene. The primary reason behind most cases of tootb decay is our diet. Studies have shown that certain ethnic groups are more prone to tooth decay as diet has a major impact on the health of teeth. Delhiites especially with thier high consumption of sweets, potato based products, white flour basefmd products and junk food are at high risk of tooth decay.

1) The reason behind Delhiites losing their smiles is ..............
2) Healthy oral practices include...........
3) Serious dental problems can lead to ................ And ............
4) The following can be blamed for tooth problems
• Not adhering to healthy oral practices
• ....................
5) Pick out a pair of antonyms from the passage.

Answer 1

(a)oral neglect of delhiites