{"id":477,"date":"2020-11-27T22:49:00","date_gmt":"2020-11-27T22:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/?p=477"},"modified":"2020-12-10T22:53:31","modified_gmt":"2020-12-10T22:53:31","slug":"dentist-lincoln-dental-myths","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/2020\/11\/dentist-lincoln-dental-myths\/","title":{"rendered":"The Truth About Dentistry: 5 Myths Debunked"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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There are a lot of misconceptions out there about how to take care of your smile. However, your dentist in Lincoln knows that your oral health is too important to allow misinformation to affect it, which is why he\u2019s debunked 5 of the most common dental myths. Read on to learn a few surprising facts about dentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Myth #1. The Harder You Brush, The Healthier Your Teeth Will Be<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You may assume that the harder you scrub your teeth, the more plaque and bacteria you\u2019re removing. However, brushing too hard is a very real thing. If you scrub your teeth too aggressively, you can scratch and wear away your protective enamel, which can never be grown back. This may lead to sensitivity, and chipped or weakened teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #2. Flossing Isn\u2019t That Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Brushing often gets the spotlight when it comes to your oral healthcare, but flossing is just as important despite any rumors you may have heard. If you think about it, each tooth has 5 sides: the front, back, left side, right side, and top. Without flossing, you\u2019re leaving 2 sides of each tooth susceptible to decay and cavities. Plus, you\u2019re also putting your gums at risk of infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #3. It\u2019s Normal for Your Gums to Bleed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many people think that it\u2019s completely normal to have sensitive or bleeding gums. However, this is usually one of the first signs of gingivitis\u2014the first stage of gum disease. If left untreated, gum disease can lead to permanent tissue damage, serious infection, jawbone deterioration, and even tooth loss. Thankfully, the earliest stage of gum disease is easily treated, which is why you should visit the dentist as soon as you notice bleeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #4. Gum Disease is Just an Oral Health Problem<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Because gum disease occurs in the mouth, surely it can\u2019t affect other parts of the body? Wrong! Research shows a direct link between gum disease and your overall health. The inflammation that this disease causes in the gums can also occur in areas like your arteries, increasing your risk of issues like heart attack, stroke, certain cancers, diabetes, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #5. If Nothing is Wrong, You Don\u2019t Need a Dental Checkup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are millions of Americans who believe they only need to go to the dentist when they feel something is wrong. However, this is one of the biggest myths of all! Routine checkups and cleanings<\/a> are vital because they prevent you from more extensive AND expensive treatments in the future. Plus, checkups from your dentist also include oral cancer screenings, making these appointments potentially lifesaving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ready to smile with ultimate health? When it comes to dentistry, it\u2019s all about the facts. Remember this important information to stay on top of your dental hygiene with a smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Louis Olberding is an experienced dentist with a true passion for patient care. He understands the internet can be a great resource for learning, but he wants his patients to know the truth about dentistry! To schedule an appointment, he can be reached through his website<\/a> or by phone at (402) 488-2325.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

There are a lot of misconceptions out there about how to take care of your smile. However, your dentist in Lincoln knows that your oral health is too important to allow misinformation to affect it, which is why he\u2019s debunked 5 of the most common dental myths. Read on to learn a few surprising facts […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-477","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/477","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=477"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/477\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":479,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/477\/revisions\/479"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=477"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=477"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.olberdingdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=477"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}