{"id":151,"date":"2026-04-02T14:24:51","date_gmt":"2026-04-02T14:24:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bionicadentalwellness.com\/blog\/?p=151"},"modified":"2026-04-15T14:48:44","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T14:48:44","slug":"teeth-facts-you-may-not-know-about-yours","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bionicadentalwellness.com\/blog\/2026\/04\/02\/teeth-facts-you-may-not-know-about-yours\/","title":{"rendered":"Smile Secrets: 4 Facts About Teeth You May Not Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bionicadentalwellness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/AdobeStock_302019421__1776225898_48047.jpg\" alt=\"young female pointing to her teeth\" class=\"wp-image-152\" style=\"width:310px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bionicadentalwellness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/AdobeStock_302019421__1776225898_48047.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.bionicadentalwellness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/AdobeStock_302019421__1776225898_48047-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bionicadentalwellness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/AdobeStock_302019421__1776225898_48047-768x494.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Your teeth are vital components of your oral and overall health. Although it might seem as if keeping them clean is the only thing you need to remember, there are many other interesting facts about your pearly whites that you may want to learn more about. This is especially true if you prefer to spend more time enjoying it and less time repairing and rebuilding it. Keep reading to discover 4 unique truths about your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tooth Enamel Cannot Repair Itself<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When chipping or cracking a tooth or suffering serious dental decay, it\u2019s important to seek professional help sooner rather than later, as tooth enamel cannot repair itself. Instead, you will need a dentist who can provide restorative care, such as a dental filling or crown, to rebuild and protect your smile from future trauma, infection, or inflammation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">You Should Spit Out Toothpaste, But\u2026<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Ingesting toothpaste is never a good idea; however, brushing twice daily (and after meals) allows you to thoroughly clean your teeth before spitting out the remaining contents. While many individuals reach for a cup of water to rinse their mouth, dentists believe this step isn\u2019t necessary. Instead of rinsing, the fluoride will remain on your teeth, reducing your chances of dental decay and cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">There Are 300 Types of Bacteria in Your Mouth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the goal is to remove harmful bacteria from your mouth, not all that exists is bad for you. In fact, there are 300 types of bacteria in your mouth, with plaque containing millions. The one species that can spell disaster for your teeth and gums is Streptococcus multans. This causes sugar and carbs to become acids that eat away at your tooth enamel, leading to cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If Your Teeth Detect Cold Temperatures, They Are Alive<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Teeth are comprised of tiny nerves and blood vessels, making it easy to detect when sensitivity occurs. If you notice that you cringe slightly when consuming hot or cold foods and beverages, this means that your tooth is still alive and can be treated. However, if you feel no discomfort, it may indicate that the structure is dead and needs to be removed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know some additional facts about your teeth, you can take the extra steps to take proper care of them in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><br>Dr. Udoka Holinbeck is a holistic dentist who provides a whole-body health approach when treating her patients. She addresses common dental problems such as cavities, gum disease, and dental decay, and turns to more smile- and body-friendly innovations to remove harmful bacteria, plaque, and tartar. If you would like to learn more about our comfortable dental checkups, cleanings, and other preventive services, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bionicadentalwellness.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(262) 746-7152<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your teeth are vital components of your oral and overall health. Although it might seem as if keeping them clean is the only thing you need to remember, there are many other interesting facts about your pearly whites that you may want to learn more about. 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