Dentists Dr. John Yoo and Dr. Jason Lin debunk 15 more myths about teeth. They explain how cavities can be reversed, if acidic foods will whiten teeth, and how long fillings last. They also talk about what you should do with a knockedout tooth — as well as how long you have before it's gone for good.

Yoo is a pediatric dentist in New York City and New Jersey and cofounder of Beam City Dental and Beam Street Dental. You can learn more about his work here: https://www.beamcitydental.com/about...

Lin is an orthodontist in New York City and New Jersey and cofounder of Beam City Dental and Beam Street Dental. You can learn more about his work here: https://www.beamcitydental.com/about...

Timecodes:
0:00 Intro
0:31 Cavities are irreversible
1:51 Acidic fruits will whiten your smile
2:41 Braces are just for crooked teeth
3:39 A knockedout tooth is gone for good
4:45 Diet sodas won't give you cavities
5:32 Fillings last forever
6:06 Dental cleanings aren't necessary
6:58 Retainers aren't for life
7:42 You should floss before brushing
8:32 Baby teeth aren't important
9:12 Everyone has wisdom teeth
10:00 Hydrogen peroxide and baking soda are good toothpaste replacements
10:39 You're too old to get braces
11:31 Teeth that have had root canals can't feel
12:41 You'll inevitably lose all your teeth when you're old

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