Dec 10 2009
Like a lot of things, dental health has a lot of myths surrounding it. Most of the time, we inherit these myths and hand them over to the next generation. Recently, I noticed someone frown upon the idea of a correct way of brushing. “Brushing is like cleaning something; you can brush any way [...]
Jul 17 2009
Perceptions are generally based on assumptions, and most of us assume a lot about dental and oral care and think them to be true. In today’s post, we will look at some common perceptions on dental care that are myths.
Myth# 1: One can brush any way one wants.
There is no correct way of [...]
May 05 2009
Most of us have some preconceived notions about dental care, some of which are misplaced. Today, we will look at some common myths related to dental care.
Myth: Dental health is hereditary.
Truth: Dental health is completely dependent on the way you treat your teeth and mouth. Your genes are not responsible for great teeth.
Myth: One [...]
Mar 18 2009
A dozen common dental care myths
Here are a few common dental care myths.
Myth #1: Milk teeth do not need dental care.
If the milk teeth or primary teeth are not taken care of, the base for the permanent teeth will not be strong.
Myth #2: Eating chocolates is bad for your teeth.
The problem is not with the [...]
Nov 22 2008
In today’s post, we will look at some myths related to dental care.
Myth #1: It is important to put pressure on the teeth while brushing.
You may end up eroding the enamel of your teeth if you brush to hard. Teeth also become sensitive if they are being brushed hard.
Myth #2: Bleaching is extremely harmful for [...]
Sep 09 2008
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 [...]
Jul 19 2008
Continuing with our last two posts on dental care myths, we bring to you seven more common myths in this post.
Myth# 9: My teeth are white, hence there are no problems.
If you think white teeth indicate healthy teeth, you are in for a surprise. White teeth may still be feeding cavity-causing bacteria. If your teeth [...]
Jul 18 2008
Continuing with yesterday’s post on dental care myths, I present to you some more popular dental care myths.
Myth# 4: Removal of tartar leads to tooth loosening.
Some of us believe that cleaning or scaling the teeth professionally can loosen the teeth. This is completely a false notion. When the tartar is removed from your mouth, your [...]
Jul 17 2008
Like everything else, we think we know a great deal about dental care and oral hygiene. Thanks to the information overload, as our IT counterparts would say, we have plenty of incorrect and contradicting information stored in our brains. Let’s look at some of the popular dental care myths we are surrounded with:
Myth# 1: Dental [...]