1. TOOTHPICKS ARE WHAT WORKS BEST FOR ME AFTER MEALS
Toothpicks injure the space between teeth and cause repetitive trauma.
It is better to use interdental brushes or dental floss (if there is no space between teeth).
2. I'D BETTER NOT BRUSH MY TEETH BECAUSE MY GUMS BLEED
Bleeding is a sign of inflammation and periodontal disease.
Healthy gums do not bleed.
3. HARD BRUSHES AND STRONG RINSES CLEAN BETTER
Brushing with a stiff-bristled brush or brushing roughly and/or horizontally causes enamel wear and tear.
gum recession.
It is best to use a medium or soft brush with vertical movements.
4. Since nothing hurts, I'm not going to the dentist.
The absence of pain is not a sign of good dental health. Both cavities and periodontal disease in children can cause tooth decay and periodontal disease.
Initial stages go unnoticed, without obvious symptoms, with minimal changes that the professional detects.
in the review through a complete clinical examination.
PREVENTION IS BETTER THAN CURE