Dental myths circulate faster than the truth in the modern world, which is full of quick tips and viral posts. In Suraksha Dental Park, MVP Colony, Vizag, we encounter weekly cases of patients who hesitate to get treated — not due to fear, but because of incorrect information.
It’s time to separate fact from fiction and reveal the truth behind the 7 most common dental myths that could be harming your oral health.
Whether you’re from Yendada, Madhurawada, Seethammadhara, Siripuram, Pedda Waltair,Maddilapalem, or Asilmetta, these expert clarifications will change the way you care for your smile.
Myth 1: Scaling (Cleaning) Loosens Teeth
Truth: Scaling doesn’t loosen teeth — it saves them.When plaque and tartar accumulate, they push gums away from teeth, making them appear loose. Scaling removes these deposits, allowing gums to heal and reattach.
After cleaning, teeth may feel slightly “different” because the hardened tartar is gone, not because they’ve loosened.
Myth 2: Teeth Whitening Damages Enamel
Truth:If an expert performs it, professional whitening is completely safe. At Suraksha Dental Park, we employ cutting-edge whitening gels along with LED technology that illuminates your teeth and at the same time, keeps enamel fully protected. Nevertheless, the over the counter products may be hard on the teeth — thus, rely on your dentist for safe and long-lasting results.
Myth 3: Baby Teeth Don’t Matter
Truth: Primary teeth play an essential role in the process of chewing, good speech, and directing the adult teeth to come in correctly. If baby teeth with cavities are not treated, they can lead to suffering, germs, and incorrect positioning of the teeth for a long time. The pediatric dentists in our clinic give your kid the best early oral health care that will eventually lead to the development of a confident future smile
Myth 4: Brushing Harder Cleans Better
Truth: Brushing harder doesn’t clean better — it cleans less. Vigorous brushing erodes enamel and injures gums.Use a soft-bristled brush and gentle, circular strokes for effective cleaning without damage.
Myth 5: Root Canal Treatment Is Painful
Truth: That was true decades ago — not anymore. With modern rotary tools, anesthesia, and laser precision, root canal treatments at SurakshaDental Park are completely pain-free and faster than ever before. Most patients say it feels no different than getting a filling.
Myth 6: Only Sugar Causes Cavities
Truth:Sugar is one culprit — but not the only one. Starchy foods, acidic drinks, and poor brushing habits also contribute.Cavities form when bacteria in your mouth produce acid — which happenseven from chips or bread, not just sweets.
Myth 7: You Need to Visit a Dentist Only If You Have Pain
Truth: Pain is the last symptom to appear, not the first.By the time pain starts, decay or infection has already spread.Routine dental visits every six months prevent problems before they ever cause discomfort.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve been avoiding the dentist because of something you heard, it’s time to experience thtruth at Suraksha Dental Park, MVP Colony, Vizag — trusted by patients across Yendada, Madhurawada, Seethammadhara, Siripuram, Pedda Waltair, Maddilapalem, and Asilmetta for compassionate, science-based care.
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www.surakshadentalpark.com
MVP Colony, Vizag
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About Dr. Jhansi Annepu – Chief Dental Surgeon
With 16+ years of expertise and 10,000+ happy smiles, Dr. Jhansi Annepu is one of Vizag’s most respected dental experts.Her gentle approach, advanced techniques, and focus on patient education have helped countless people overcome dental fear and rediscover their smile.