{"id":144,"date":"2019-09-10T16:39:58","date_gmt":"2019-09-10T16:39:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/?p=144"},"modified":"2019-10-10T16:40:09","modified_gmt":"2019-10-10T16:40:09","slug":"4-dental-myths-that-may-be-keeping-your-oral-health-from-improving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/10\/4-dental-myths-that-may-be-keeping-your-oral-health-from-improving\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Dental Myths That May Be Keeping Your Oral Health From Improving"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Dental myths have been around for thousands of\nyears. Over that time, certain tall-tales have begun to present themselves as\nfacts, which could be doing more harm for people’s oral health than they think.\nThe best way to debunk a rumor is to visit your dentist in Melbourne and ask them\nyourself. However, you can also read on to learn about four popular legends\nthat could be keeping you from having a healthy and happy smile.<\/p>

My Teeth Look Healthy, So They Must Be<\/h2>

Even the most beautiful looking smiles that are aligned and white can still have problems. Some oral health issues may not be visible to the naked eye or present noticeable symptoms until they’ve gotten severe. That’s why it’s important to visit your dentist every six months for a professional checkup. Using special advanced technology such as digital X-rays and intraoral cameras, they’re able to spot and treat serious issues like impacted teeth, dental decay, and infections. So, just because your smile looks great, doesn’t mean problems aren’t lurking under the surface. <\/p>

Teeth Whitening Can Harm Your Mouth<\/h2>

It’s no lie that store-bought teeth whitening kits can negatively impact your oral health. However, your dentist offers professional in-office treatment that only uses ingredients and concentrated materials approved by the American Dental Association. Not only do they offer fast and lasting results, but they’re also thoroughly tested and proven to be safe for your mouth. <\/p>

Since I Brush and Floss At Home, I Don’t Need a Professional Cleaning<\/h2>

Even if you’re diligent about brushing twice each day and\nflossing daily, oral health problems can still develop. Without timely\ntreatment, small problems like cavities can turn into more severe ones, such as\ninfections. <\/p>

There are nooks and crannies in your mouth that you aren’t\nable to reach with a regular toothbrush. As plaque accumulates in these areas, it\nhardens and turns into tartar, attracting harmful oral bacteria that can cause\ngum disease and cavities. Only your dentist has the specially designed tools to\nremove tartar, which is why it’s vital to visit them for a professional cleaning\nevery six months. <\/p>

It’s Normal For Your Gums to Bleed When You Brush <\/h2>

If your gums are bleeding, it can be an early sign of a bacterial gum infection or because you’re brushing too hard. Either way, both of these issues need to be addressed to avoid causing further damage to your mouth. When harmful bacteria accumulate and release toxins, they can cause your gums to swell, become discolored, inflamed, or bleed. It’s important to visit your dentist to get these symptoms addressed before they get worse. If your bleeding gums are due to brushing with too much force, try getting a softer toothbrush. Gently brush in small circular motions to keep your gums from receding. <\/p>

Did you believe in any of these four common dental myths? Now\nthat they’ve been debunked, hopefully you’ll feel confident in getting the\ndental treatment you need, knowing that it’ll help improve your oral health. If\nyou have any concerns, don’t hesitate to speak with your dentist. They’ll be\nmore than happy to put your mind at ease! <\/p>

About the Author<\/strong><\/p>

Dr. Beverly Rose is passionate about implementing the latest\ntechnology and treatments at Exceptional Dentistry<\/a>.\nThat’s why she is an active member of countless professional organizations. She’s\nalso an alumna of the prestigious Las Vegas Institute, where she and her team\nof professionals have completed extensive additional training to sharpen their\nskills and expand their knowledge. If you have any questions or would like to\nschedule a routine checkup and cleaning, visit Exceptional Dentistry’s website<\/a> or call 321-259-4666.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Dental myths have been around for thousands of years. Over that time, certain tall-tales have begun to present themselves as facts, which could be doing more harm for people\u2019s oral health than they think. The best way to debunk a rumor is to visit your dentist in Melbourne and ask them yourself. However, you can also read on to learn about four popular legends that could be keeping you from having a healthy and happy smile. (Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-144","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/144","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=144"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/144\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":146,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/144\/revisions\/146"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=144"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=144"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.beverlyrosedmd.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=144"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}