Tamborello Dentistry - Magnolia, TX

Most of us have heard the core basics of good oral hygiene before. Brush and floss twice a day. See your dentist once or twice a year for checkups. Those are excellent rules for great oral health. There are unfortunately a lot of myths about dental health that abound. At Tamborello Dentistry in Magnolia, Texas, we can fill you on what’s true and not-so-true about good dental health.     Cavities always cause toothaches . Sometimes cavities don’t cause pain. If an infection invades the pulp of the tooth fast enough, it can kill the nerve before the pain gets bad. That’s real trouble, as the infection will spread causing an abscess and potentially damaging the jawbone. If you have a pain in your tooth or gums, see us at Magnolia Dental Clinic on the double.      Stiffer brushes clean better . This is a big “NO!” Harder brushes help erode dental enamel and lacerate the gums, allowing bacteria to penetrate into the tissues. Choose a soft-bristled toothbr