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MYTH: After any bleaching procedure teeth do not remain shining white for long time. MYTH: After having a root canal treatment, my tooth is completely restored MYTH: An artificial set of teeth or complete denture that is made once is forever. MYTH: As long as my teeth seem okay, and I’m not experiencing any problems, I don’t need to visit the dentist. MYTH: Braces aren't for adults. MYTH: Brushing my teeth several times a day harms the enamel MYTH: Charcoal, salt, rice husk, tobacco, etc, in powder form is better than toothpaste in cleaning teeth. MYTH: Cleaning the teeth with finger & powder is better than with toothbrush. MYTH: Crowns cause teeth to need root canal treatment eventually MYTH: Dental problems go away without any visiting the dentist MYTH: Dental procedures are always painful. MYTH: Dentures are the only way to replace missing teeth. MYTH: Eating a lot of chocolate causes tooth decay. MYTH: Even with a root canal, the tooth will come out eventually MYTH: Expensive toothpastes are always better than cheap ones. MYTH: Extracting the tooth is better than getting a root canal treatment done MYTH: Going for regular check ups at the dentist is not important. MYTH: Good dental health can be inherited MYTH: If the tooth doesn't hurt, there is no need for a root canal treatment MYTH: If tooth enamel is white, the tooth must be considered healthy. MYTH: It is better not to remove wisdom teeth till they cause pain MYTH: It is better to treat a decaying tooth rather then opt for removing it. MYTH: It is necessary to avoid dental procedures during pregnancy. MYTH: It is not harmful to whiten your teeth with usual sodium bicarbonate. MYTH: Maintaining good dental health is difficult MYTH: Milk teeth are not very important because in some years they are going to fall out. MYTH: Once a decayed tooth is treated the dental problem is over. MYTH: Placing a tablet of aspirin beside my aching tooth can ease the pain. MYTH: Pregnant women can not undergo root canal treatment MYTH: Professional cleaning/scaling/removal of tartar loosens the teeth. MYTH: Removal of upper teeth affects vision. MYTH: Root canal treatment hurts MYTH: Root canal treatment involves removing the roots of the tooth MYTH: Root canal treatment requires a lot of visits to the dentist MYTH: Some dental conditions such as gum disease are completely natural, and visiting the dentist regularly will not stop it. MYTH: Teeth whitening is harmful as it can damage the enamel. MYTH: Teeth whitening will leave my smile bright forever. MYTH: The dentist does not have time for people who are nervous like me and who need a lot of encouragement and support whist having treatment. MYTH: The dentist will be completely shocked and appalled by the state of my mouth. MYTH: There is no need in seeing dentist if there is no visible problem with my teeth. MYTH: Thumb sucking by children leads to forward placement of upper teeth. MYTH: Using a sugarless chewing gum with xylitol after meal can replace brushing and have the same effect. MYTH: Using toothpicks after meals can widen the gaps between my teeth. MYTH: When I go to the dentist I have no way of knowing what is going on, and have no control whatsoever. MYTH: When the gums bleed, it is better not to brush the teeth. Teeth Clenching Diagnosis and Tests Guide to healthy teeth Oral health overview and facts Symptoms and types Treatment and care Myths & Facts Teeth Clenching Diagnosis and Tests › Printer-friendly version Login to post comments	Join us on Facebook Smile Care World on Facebook Offer of the Month Translate This

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