Your Cincinnati dental professional has probably told you many things when it comes to your dental health.  Here are some interesting facts that you may not have already known:

• Putting a cap on a toothbrush after it has been used is actually more detrimental than to leave it exposed. This is caused due to the moisture being entrapped in the cap, favoring bacterial growth.

• You should replace your toothbrush after you come down with the flu, cold or any other viral infection. Microbes can remain on the toothbrush bristles leading to re-infection.

• You should not brush your teeth within 6 feet of a toilet. The airborne particles released from the toilet after a flush can travel a distance of up to 6 feet!

• People who drink 3+ glasses of pop/soda daily have on average 62% more tooth decay, fillings and tooth loss than those who do not drink as much pop/soda.

• New born’s don’t have tooth decay bacteria. Most often what happens is the bacteria is transmitted from the mother to their baby when she kisses the child or blows on a hot drink/food and then gives it to the baby.

There are many more interesting facts the will keep us healthier.  Do the best you can with your oral health, and if you have any questions, call your Cincinnati Cosmetic Dentist today!

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