Dental health is NOT hereditary.
You may inherit great complexion and good hair from your parents, but you cannot inherit their good oral health. Dental health is completely dependent on the way you treat your teeth and mouth. Your genes are not responsible for great teeth. However, proper oral care will ensure good dental health. Go to your dentist for regular check-ups once every six months.

Milk teeth need attention and dental care.
Most of us do not pay much attention to the dental health of our children, thinking that the primary teeth or milk teeth are not permanent and hence do not need much care. However, on the contrary, it is important to take good care of the milk teeth for making a strong base for wisdom teeth.

Brushing should not be discontinued when gums bleed.
You should see your dentist immediately if you find blood in your gums. However, do not stop brushing; your dentist will tell you why. Any break in brushing opens up opportunities for bacteria to feed on your teeth, causing problems.

There is one right way of brushing.
If you have been following the posts in this blog regularly, you already know that there exists a correct way of brushing. Brushing this way ensures maximum cleaning.

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