Hard toothbrushes are more likely to cause the gums to pull away from the teeth and to abrade away tooth structure at the necks of the teeth. Myth No. 3. People with no cavities do not have to worry about losing their teeth. This is not true. In adults, cavities or tooth decay is not the primary cause of tooth loss.
Periodontal disease attacks the gums and bone that support theteeth.
Over time the teeth become loose and gum abscesses develop if your dentist does not treat the disease early. Many denture wearers can thank gum disease for their false teeth. Myth No. 4. I was born with soft or bad teeth. Believing this myth can lead to the belief that there is nothing that can be done to prevent tooth decay and tooth loss.