Confirmed facts and false myths about teeth!

International Day for Oral Health will be held on March 20, Wednesday. Expert Amy Baker will present a set of facts and myths about the importance of dental care.

– Young children do not need to see a dentist (erroneous belief)

According to pediatric dentists, many parents do not realize that children should consult a dentist as soon as their first teeth begin to appear.

– brush your teeth before breakfast (true)

"Of course, you should wash your teeth before breakfast, especially if you drink juice containing citric acid, which weakens the tooth enamel," said Oshina Okoy dentists and oral-B.

– The ulcers of the mouth are harmless (not always)

Wounds are not usually dangerous, but if your mouth ulcer lasts more than 3 weeks, you should check with your dentist urgently, as they can cause serious symptoms, such as cancer.

– Periodontal disease can cause Alzheimer's disease (unlikely)

"Alzheimer's disease is very complex and has different causes, but strong genetic evidence suggests that there are different factors for bacterial infections associated with gums," said Dr. David Reynolds, director chief scientist for Alzheimer's research in Britain.

– Dental teeth are not important, they fall anyway (erroneous belief)

"If you lose your white teeth early because of tooth decay, replaced teeth may appear in unexpected places, such as the palate," Okoy explains.

– It is best (possible) to brush without using putty

A study by the American Dental Foundation states that "brushing without putty" is more effective at removing plaque. Of the 128 participants who tried to brush only for 6 months, 67% found a decrease in plaque buildup, while bleeding and inflammation decreased by 50%.

"It's important to use a toothpaste because it contains fluoride, which protects against tooth decay and the buildup of bacteria," Dr. Okoy says.

– Bad breath caused by periodontal disease (not always)

Although halitosis is often an indicator of periodontal disease, it can be a warning sign for other serious health problems, such as intestinal obstruction, gastrointestinal diseases or even diabetes.

– Regular dental dentition can prevent heart disease (true)

A study funded by the British Heart Foundation found that people with periodontal disease are at risk for coronary heart disease. About 100 million bacteria can live on a tooth if you have periodontal disease.

Gum disease allows the formation of empty spaces between teeth, allowing bacteria to enter the bloodstream. The researchers found a bacteria in the heart that can be linked to arteries and valves and cause inflammation that can damage blood vessels.

This can be avoided by brushing your teeth two minutes a day and regularly. In addition to looking for gum disease, such as bleeding gums.

– Mint Secret The smell of refreshing breath (erroneous belief)

Harold Katz, founder of Breath, said: "Unfortunately, not all types of mint foods in the world will stop halitosis, and the absorption of mint by chewing gum is a good short-term solution, but if the gum contains sugar, it will make the situation worse in the long run. "

– Poor oral hygiene can affect your emotional life (true)

A study published in the Journal of Sexual Medicine found that men in their thirties with gum disease were three times more likely to suffer from erectile dysfunction than others. This is probably due to periodontal disease that can cause chronic inflammation of the endothelial cells, which form the lining of all blood vessels, including those in the penis.