{"id":286,"date":"2025-03-03T21:35:45","date_gmt":"2025-03-03T21:35:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.noordasmiles.com\/blog\/?p=286"},"modified":"2025-05-12T21:37:34","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T21:37:34","slug":"3-lies-your-dentist-hears","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.noordasmiles.com\/blog\/3-lies-your-dentist-hears\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Common Lies Your Dentist Hears All the Time"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.noordasmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"Patient looking nervous as he talks to his dentist\" class=\"wp-image-287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.noordasmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.noordasmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image.png 359w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Have you ever lied to your dentist? If so, you\u2019re not the only one! It really isn\u2019t that uncommon for patients to exaggerate the truth when being questioned by their dentist. Some fibs are white lies that your dental professional most likely sees through anyway, but others could actually be harmful to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.noordasmiles.com\/general-dentistry.html\">oral health<\/a>. Keep reading so you know when you should be completely honest with your dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cYeah, I Floss\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It might not seem like a big deal to lie about how often you floss. Even if you know how important it is to clean out the bacteria and food particles from between your teeth, maybe you\u2019re thinking something like \u201cI\u2019ll floss better next time!\u201d But have you considered why you avoid this habit? Is using traditional thread uncomfortable? Or do you have sensitive gums?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the physical sensation of flossing is what\u2019s keeping you from forming this essential habit, your dentist may be able to suggest solutions such as using a water flosser or incorporating desensitizing toothpaste into your routine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cI\u2019m Not Nervous\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes admitting that you\u2019re nervous can make the anxiety worse, so it\u2019s understandable if you answer the question \u201care you nervous?\u201d with a quick \u201cnope, I\u2019m fine!\u201d You\u2019d probably be glad to know, though, that many dental practices nowadays offer dental sedation for anxious patients. Your dentist could very well help you feel more at ease and have a more positive experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cI Never Smoke\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe you feel self-conscious about your smoking habit, or maybe you just don\u2019t want to sit through a lecture. Whatever the reason, lying about this one is <em>really <\/em>not a good idea! Tobacco products are strongly associated with oral cancer and other dental health issues, so it\u2019s in your best interest to let your dentist know if you smoke. Don\u2019t worry \u2013 a good dentist will be more focused on caring for your smile than on passing judgement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that dentists go through years of schooling specifically to assist patients with their oral health and wellness. They\u2019ve pretty much seen it all, and likely won\u2019t think twice about your not-so-ideal hygiene routine or habits. Lying might help you avoid some embarrassment at first, but in the long-run, you\u2019ll feel better when you\u2019re honest with your dentist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.noordasmiles.com\/meet-dr-noorda.html\">Dr. Brett Noorda<\/a> earned his dental degree from the Oregon Health Sciences University School of Dentistry, where he graduated with honors. Now he has nearly 25 years of experience in the field, and has spent countless hours completing training courses for advanced treatments, including dental sedation. He is truly passionate about helping his patients feel comfortable, happy, and confident about their smiles. To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.noordasmiles.com\/contact-us.html\">contact<\/a> Dr. Noorda\u2019s office and schedule an appointment, call 702-456-7403.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever lied to your dentist? If so, you\u2019re not the only one! It really isn\u2019t that uncommon for patients to exaggerate the truth when being questioned by their dentist. Some fibs are white lies that your dental professional most likely sees through anyway, but others could actually be harmful to your oral health. [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-286","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>3 Common Lies Your Dentist Hears All the Time | Brett Noorda DMD<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Lots of people lie to their dentist, but some are more harmful than others. 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