{"id":23,"date":"2019-12-04T13:26:50","date_gmt":"2019-12-04T13:26:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/?p=23"},"modified":"2020-01-29T01:47:32","modified_gmt":"2020-01-29T01:47:32","slug":"dentist-stephens-city-reveals-truth-5-common-dental-myths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/2019\/12\/04\/dentist-stephens-city-reveals-truth-5-common-dental-myths\/","title":{"rendered":"Dentist Reveals Truth Behind 5 Common Dental Myths"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/rsz_adobestock_219542738-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Myth busting envelope\" class=\"wp-image-24\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/rsz_adobestock_219542738-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/rsz_adobestock_219542738-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/rsz_adobestock_219542738-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>From long-standing urban legends to misinformation spread on the internet, there are plenty of dental myths floating about these days. While the average person shouldn\u2019t be expected to know everything about oral health \u2013 not everyone is a dentist, after all! \u2013 not being able to separate fact from fiction can potentially cause a person serious harm. For this reason, your dentist in Stephens City has compiled the  5 most common dental myths below and revealed the truth behind each one. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myth #1: White Teeth Equal a Healthy Smile <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In today\u2019s society, white teeth are often associated with vitality and attractiveness. However, just because you have a bright smile does not automatically mean that your teeth are in good shape. The truth is that tooth decay and dental infections can develop inside a tooth, hidden from plain sight. If this happens, you may not notice until many months later, when the inner cavity or infection has grown worse and perhaps even caused serious damage. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myth #2: Adults Can\u2019t Get Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Braces are not just for children in middle or high school who want to straighten their teeth \u2013 adults can benefit from orthodontic treatment too! The good news is that in today\u2019s world you have a choice: traditional metal brackets and wires or invisible braces. It\u2019s not a hard choice to make! Invisalign clear braces can discreetly straighten teeth without compromising your professional appearance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myth #3: Baby Teeth Fall Out, So They Don\u2019t Require Care <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Why bother brushing your baby\u2019s teeth every day if they are\ngoing to fall out eventually and be replaced with permanent teeth?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Practicing proper oral hygiene with your infant or young child is incredibly important, as they can still develop painful toothaches or infections without care. Cleaning their baby teeth every day and taking them to see a pediatric dentist regularly will also help ensure that their future set of permanent teeth grow in fully and correctly.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myth #4: Place Aspirin Directly on a\nToothache to Relieve Pain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can file this one under \u201curban legend that just won\u2019t go away\u201d. Dissolving an Aspirin pain relief pill near a toothache will not immediately cure uncomfortable symptoms of a toothache. In fact, Aspirin only works once it dissolves and is absorbed into the bloodstream via the digestive tract. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The better route to relieving pain from a toothache is to schedule an appointment with a dental professional so they can identify and treat the problem. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Myth #5: It is Normal for Gums to Bleed When Brushing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you spit into the bathroom sink when brushing your\nteeth, do you notice blood mixed with the toothpaste? If so, you should know\nthat this is NOT normal or healthy. In fact, bleeding gums are a common symptom\nof gingivitis, the earliest stage of gum disease. If left untreated, gum\ndisease can eventually cause serious, lasting damage to your teeth and gums. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know the truth behind these 5 common dental\nmyths, you should be better equipped to take good care of your smile! For more oral\ncare tips, do not hesitate to contact a dentist in Stephens City. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With a career in dentistry that spans nearly 40 years and\ncounting, Dr. Thomas Gromling has cared for the smiles of multiple generations\nof Stephens City families. The Virginia Commonwealth University graduate\nregularly takes continuing education courses to stay up to date on the latest\nbreakthroughs and advances in dental medicine. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/for-patients.html\">Patients<\/a> old\nand new can learn more oral health tips at Dr. Gromling\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stephenscitydental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by\ncalling <a href=\"tel:%20540-869-4377\">540-869-4377<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From long-standing urban legends to misinformation spread on the internet, there are plenty of dental myths floating about these days. 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