Can brushing teeth with a stick of pomegranate cause leprosy?

Question

I am a 20 years old student. One day a doctor came to our college to explain to us about dental care. He said that if you brush your teeth with a stick of pomegranate, then it can cause leprosy? Is this possible?

Expert Answer

Dr Seema GuptaMay 05, 2006

Consultant, Orthodontist,
New Delhi

Leprosy is caused by infection with Mycobacterium leprae and not by brushing with a stick of pomegranate. You can read more about Leprosy on our website.

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Can brushing teeth with a stick of pomegranate cause leprosy?

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