Dental Hygiene - Busting The Myths & Facts Around It?

Brushing helps keep the teeth healthy and free of plaque, which is the cause of bleeding gums in the first place. However, don't brush your teeth too hard if your gums are bleeding as it could cause further irritation. Be gentle.

Simply cutting off sugar won't help if you have poor oral hygiene. You are just as likely to have tooth decay if you don't brush your teeth or floss regularly.

Although toothache is a sign of tooth decay or infection, you can suffer from dental health issues even if you don't feel a toothache. Sometimes, dental decay eats through the hard teeth and reaches the nerves before you start feeling pain. It is always best to go for regular dental check-ups.

It is a myth that only children can get dental cavities. People of any age, who have poor dental hygiene, can suffer from it. Always remember to brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss regularly.