Interesting Facts About Dental Care And The Dentist

If you are someone who is always interested in learning more about the different health professions, then you will excited about what you are about to read. You may know some interesting facts about many different things, but can you honestly say that you were aware of these interesting facts about the dentist?

Did you know that there is a time period in the lifespan of humans where they don't have to worry about getting any cavities or oral disease? Young babies from the age of birth thru three months don't have any structures in their mouth that facilitates the growth of plaque inducing bacteria. Since bacteria seem to form from cavities, babies that young don't have any cavities. Of course, once the baby is introduced to solid foods, the chances of the bacteria that form plaque showing up in their mouth increases. Many studies show that this happens when parents try to cool off baby food by blowing their breath on it. Naturally, this and kissing on a baby's mouth cause plaque-forming bacteria to be introduced to a baby's mouth.

Did you know that there is a food additive that is sweeter than sugar? Saccharine Sodium has been shown to be at least 500 times sweeter than sugar. It is also used to sweeten up the taste of toothpaste. Kind of makes you wonder why they use so much sugar in sodas and candy.

Something most people do not do when they have been sick, but you can be sure that it is highly recommended by your dentist to prevent a relapse is replacing your toothbrush after you have gotten over any type of ailment. Most common ailments such as colds leave behind germs and bacteria on your toothbrush. So unless you are trying to get a few extra days off of work, replace your toothbrush as soon as you are better.

Did you know that the year that Coke was introduced to consumers, that there was a really big increase in the amount of people who were suffering from tooth decay? It seems safe to say that coke was such a big hit that those people who suffered from tooth decay that year really enjoyed drinking large amounts of it. Dentists all over enjoyed a nice increase in business.

If you have a partner or spouse who always seems to forget to put the top back on their toothbrush, you should thank them. Studies show that replacing the top back onto a toothbrush actually promotes the growth of bacteria.

If you are one of those people who vigorously brush their teeth each day, you may want to apply less pressure and slow down. Ask your dentist; it is very possible for you to strip away the enamel on your teeth. The enamel helps to protect your teeth and prevent cavities. Since enamel does not replenish itself, once it is gone, your teeth are unprotected.

Always store your toothbrush five feet or more away from your toilet. As you may already be aware, flushing promotes bacteria travel. If you don't want to end up brushing your teeth with toilet water, store your toothbrush as far away from the toilet as you can.