5 Things People Don't Understand About Dental Health | Boise Cosmetic Dentist
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Do you have misconceptions about oral health? Many people do. Knowing the facts can help improve your dental hygiene for life, leading to a healthier and more beautiful smile. Here are five things people don’t understand about dental health. See if your eyes are opened.
MISCONCEPTION #1 – WHITER TEETH ARE HEALTHIER TEETH
Healthy teeth come in a wide range of natural shades. Whiter teeth cannot show if there is an infection or decay between the teeth. Although pure white teeth do not equate to healthier teeth, they should still be naturally on the whiter side. Proper brushing, more regular dental cleanings [https://boisetownesquaredental.com/services/dental-cleanings-and-exams/], and cosmetic dentistry (such as tooth whitening and veneers) are possible solutions you can explore with our dentist.
MISCONCEPTION #2 – CHILDREN ARE MORE PRONE TO TOOTH DECAY
Tooth decay (cavities, or _caries_, in dental parlance) can develop at any age. People assume children are more prone to decay because of poor brushing and flossing habits. While that may be true, caries form in all people the same way: when bacteria cause a loss or weakening in tooth enamel and eventually decay forms a hole in the tooth.
MISCONCEPTION #3 – MY TEETH ARE FINE IF THEY DON’T HURT
Tooth decay typically doesn’t cause pain until it becomes very severe. Once it gets to a critical stage, the amount of deca...
