3 Myths of Family and Cosmetic Dentistry

Everyone knows that going a dentist regularly improves the health of your mouth and keeps your teeth in good shape. But there are several myths about family and cosmetic dentistry that can change the way someone views going to the dentist.

It’s important to know that these are only myths.

Allowing these myths to keep you from going to the dentist can have a disastrous effect on your oral health. It’s vital to attend to the health of your teeth and mouth and practice good oral hygiene. Let’s examine and debunk some of the common myths about dentistry.

Myth 1: Oral Health Doesn’t Affect Overall Health

Taking care of your mouth is important not only for the health of your teeth but also for your overall health. The health of your gums in particular not only impacts your oral health but also affects the rest of your body. If you neglect your gums, it could lead, in some cases, to serious health issues such as heart attack, stroke, poorly controlled diabetes and more. If you aren’t brushing and flossing your teeth properly, you are risking your gum line and teeth to plaque buildup which allows bacteria to grow and infection to occur. This may eventually lead to gingivitis, periodontitis and in extreme cases, trench mouth. Because infection ends up in your bloodstream, it in turn, affects the rest of your body. Attending to your oral hygiene will positively impact your overall health.

Myth 2: Dental Procedures are Painful

Many people are anxious about going to the dentist. There is a long-held myth that going to the dentist is going to be a painful experience, no matter the procedure. This causes people to become stressed before a dental visit and often causes people to avoid going altogether.

The truth is, dental methods, technology and medicine have made huge advancements over the years, and it’s constantly improving.

With modern medicine and numbing agents, even the most involved procedures are painless and you won’t feel anything while they are being performed.

Dentists are experts in the use of anesthetic and know how to take care of your teeth in a pain-free, stress-free environment.

Myth 3: Cosmetic Dentistry is Elective Only

Cosmetic dentistry is thought to only be an elective procedure to improve the overall look of the mouth and smile.

There are many reasons why cosmetic dentistry may be necessary and not all of them are just for looks.

You may have chipped a tooth on a drinking glass, playing a sport or just biting down too hard. You may have been missing a tooth since birth or perhaps you lost one in an accident. Missing, chipped and cracked teeth can have a huge effect on your daily habits.

Chewing and talking can be difficult when your teeth have defects. Cosmetic dentistry allows you to have a mouth which functions as it was intended.

Knowing the truth and facts behind family and cosmetic dentistry will allow you to go into an appointment with less stress.

It’s important to have regular dental checkups and follow proper oral hygiene guidelines. This will keep your smile healthy and prevent future issues from occurring.