Oral and dental care myths (1)
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 health is 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.
Myth# 2: Eating chocolates is bad for your teeth.
Well, I am sure that the fact of the above perception being a myth has brought a grin to your face. Yes, indulging in chocolates is not bad, at least for your teeth, provided you brush your teeth every time you eat chocolate. If you cannot brush for some reason, make sure you rinse your mouth properly after you had chocolate. Eating chocolates or sweets is not bad if taken in moderation. However, you need to make sure that you do not let traces of the food stay in your mouth for long.
Myth# 3: One set of dentures will last a lifetime.
If you think a set of dentures is a one-time investment, you are mistaken. The same set of dentures will not fit you all the time. The tissue beneath your teeth changes over time; the teeth can adjust itself with the changes, the dentures cannot. Therefore, you should change dentures regularly in consultation with your dentist.
We will tell you about more dental care myths tomorrow.
Happy smiling!
