Mind Your Mouth7 Huhti 2025

#003 -The Biggest MYTHS About Oral Health 😬💧

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In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, Dr. Maria Florou tackles the hot topic of fluoride. Is it truly safe? Should we be worried about it in our water or toothpaste? With bans being debated in parts of Australia, Dr. Florou explains how fluoride works, why dosage is key, and how it helps protect your teeth. She also shares that fluoride isn’t the only path to a healthy mouth—there are other effective ways too. If you're confused by conflicting opinions online, this episode helps you sort facts from fear.

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:00:32 - Debunking Oral Health Myths

00:00:53 - Myth 1: Is Fluoride Safe for Everyone?

00:01:04 - Fluoride in Water and Toothpaste

00:03:13 - Fluoride Risks for Young Children

00:03:24 - Myth 2: Are All Toothpastes and Mouthwashes the Same?

00:03:35 - Dangers of Alcohol-Based Mouthwashes

00:05:02 - Safe Sweeteners and Foaming Agents

00:06:07 - Myth 3: Do I Need to Floss?

00:06:51 - Myth 4: Are All Kids' Toothpastes the Same and Effective?

00:07:02 - Importance of Choosing the Right Toothpaste for Children

00:07:23 - Myth 5: No Need to Clean Your Tongue

00:07:34 - How to Properly Clean Your Tongue

00:08:05 - Myth 6: Is Mouth Breathing Normal?

00:08:48 - Importance of Nasal Breathing

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