Tooth Care Myths

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• TOOTH CARE MYTHS

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• The professionals working at your family dentist
  office frequently learn that their patients
  believe in several tooth care myths.

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• Some of these myths, passed down for several
  generations in a family, can lead to dental
  health problems.

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• MYTH 1

USE BAKING SODA TO BRUSH YOUR TEETH
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• In the past, people used baking soda to brush
  their teeth because that is all that was
  available.

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• Today there are better options. Look for
  high-quality toothpaste at your local drugstore.

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• Older children and adults should choose
  toothpaste that contains fluoride.

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• But parents should find specialized toothpaste
  for toddlers because they often swallow
  toothpaste accidentally.

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• MYTH 2

SUGAR IS THE MAIN CAUSE OF CAVITIES
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• While it is a good idea to avoid sugar, it is not
  the only food ingredient that can cause cavities.

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• Today, there are many foods that stick to your
  teeth, leading to debris that is stuck in the
  spaces and along the gums. Some of the foods
  include potato chips, pastries or candies.

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• MYTH 3

FLOSSING IS NOT REALLY NECESSARY
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• You might think that flossing is only required
  when you can see food stuck between your teeth,
  but you should floss your teeth each evening.

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• When you begin to use dental floss on a nightly
  basis, you will notice how much food debris is
  left behind after you have brushed your teeth.

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• By flossing, you are less likely to develop
  cavities or gingivitis.

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• MYTH 4

ANY TOOTHBRUSH IS SUITABLE FOR YOUR TEETH
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• There are numerous styles of toothbrushes
  available and you might simply grab one while at
  a drugstore.

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• However, it is a good idea to think about the
  type of toothbrush that you buy. Make sure to
  find one that has soft bristles that wont damage
  the enamel on your teeth.

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• In addition, consider the size of the
  toothbrushs head and its handle.

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• MYTH 5

YOU CAN EAT ANYTHING AND STILL HAVE HEALTHY TEETH
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• If you think that it is okay to eat junk food all
  the time, then you will have poor dental health.

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• A nutritious diet of lean protein, whole-grain
  foods and dairy products

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• along with vegetables and fruits, are essential
  when you want to have strong teeth and healthy
  gums.

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• Make sure that everyone in your family consumes
  meals that contain a variety of nutrients.

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• MYTH 6

DENTAL GUARDS ARENT NECESSARY WHILE PLAYING
SPORTS
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• When you are playing sports, you might think that
  it is okay to leave your dental guard at home.

This is a bad idea.
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• Hundreds of patients make emergency telephone
  calls to a family dentist or rush to a hospital's
  emergency room because they have broken or
  dislocated teeth.

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• Wear a custom-fitted dental guard or buy a
  generic one at a drugstore before playing sports.
  

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• MYTH 7

REGULAR DENTAL CHECKUPS ARE A WASTE OF TIME
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• If you fail to visit your family dentist every 6
  months, then it is possible to develop large
  cavities or gingivitis.

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• With a routine dental appointment, a dentist can
  find a small problem in its earliest stages.

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If you are seeking professional dental
advice,it's time to call Shumway Dental Care.
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Their Chandler dentists will ask you questions,
examine you, and determine exactly what needs to
be done to get you back to normal.
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Call today for an appointment. Visit
http//www.mychandlerdentists.com/
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