Dental Health and Cavities: Myths and Facts You might think that you know quite a bit about oral health and dental hygiene, but this health news article might transform the way that you think about your smile. Below are a few of the myths that are debunked through this article. Click on the article to learn about more of the myths! Myth: Sugar Is the Cause of Cavities The bacteria that are in your mouth are the actual cause of cavities, and these bacteria are activated to create acid any time you consume a carbohydrate. Myth: Acidic Foods Cause Tooth Decay Acidic foods do not cause cavities, but they do place your enamel at risk. Myth: Kids Are More Likely to Get Cavities With dental sealants, fluoride in water, and regular dental visits and preventative care, kids are actually improving the rates at which they develop tooth decay. Myth: You Know When You Have a Cavity Because It Hurts Cavities do not always yield pain, and you should not wait for pain to visit the dentist! To learn more about dental health myths and facts, contact Dr. Hutchison. We will answer all of your questions about oral hygiene and preventative care, and help you to understand how you can better your techniques. Call today to keep your smile at its absolute brightest and healthiest! - See more at: hutchdentist/blog/2013/03/health-news-article-dental-health-cavities/index.html#sthash.JcttUxID.dpuf
Posted on: Wed, 14 Aug 2013 13:45:05 +0000
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