Dental Care Myths and Truths
- Myth: Harder the toothbrush better the cleaning
Truth: It is always advisable to use soft bristle toothbrush that can clean all surfaces of teeth.
- Myth: It’s too late for braces
Truth: Malallignment, bite function and appearance can be improved into 30’s and 40’s also.
- Myth: Whiter teeth are healthier teeth
Truth: Healthy teeth come in a wide range of shades
- Myth: Have a kid, lose a tooth
Truth: Although pregnancy leads to many changes in body, poor oral and dental health and tooth loss aren’t among them. Having a baby doesn’t have a direct impact on oral health and diet habits of a mom to be may. Hormonal changes may bring about some changes in gums but maintenance of oral hygiene and proper healthy diet prevents tooth decay and tooth loss.
- Myth: We have to visit a dentist every 6 months
Truth: the concerned dentist can only tell how often you should go for dental check up. Time between check ups may vary from 3 months to one year depending on the health of your teeth and gums and your risk of future problems.
