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Make an We all know the basics when it comes to keeping our teeth and gums healthy; brushing twice a day, using mouthwash and visiting the dentist. However, there are bad habits we could be partaking in every day that could be harming our own dental health, which would not be considered a risk to our oral health.
We all know the basics when it comes to keeping our teeth and gums healthy; brushing twice a day, using mouthwash and visiting the dentist. However, there are bad habits we could be partaking in every day that could be harming our own dental health, which would not be considered a risk to our oral health.
These habits, if not prevented and controlled, can cause long-term lasting impacts on your health. Many people conduct these habits day-to-day without understanding the precautions, so keep your teeth healthy by doing these habits in moderation.
If you are looking for a reason to stop biting your nails, the lasting damage to your teeth and jaw should be a factor.
This nervous habit can cause cracking, chipping and the wearing down of your teeth, but it can also impact your jaw. Placing your jaw under large periods of pressure can be associated with jaw dysfunction, causing your lower jaw to move out of line.
Regularly consuming sugar food, such as sweets, soft drinks and citrus fruits not only can cause various health problems, they can cause poor dental hygiene. With harmful bacteria feeding off leftover food particulars and sugars between your teeth, damaging your teeth and gums.
Most of us are guilty of using our teeth to open packages, bottles and most everyday items but this is extremely harmful to our teeth. When doing this you put yourself at higher risk of dental emergencies, such as cracking your teeth, injuring your jaw or cutting your mouth.
Smoking and using tobacco is known for its serious health effects, but this habit can also cause an increased risk to your dental health. Smoking can stain your teeth, cause gum disease and result in premature tooth loss. Alongside increasing your chance of having bad breath, which nobody wants.
Tobacco usage is also linked to most oral cancers, making this bad habit a serious dental problem that can cause long-standing health issues.
One habit that is not necessarily bad but can still cause dental problems is brushing your teeth too hard. Brushing too hard can damage your teeth and irritate your gums causing inflammation and bleeding.
To combat this at Bite Dentistry we recommend brushing for a maximum of 2 minutes, twice a day applying gentle pressure not to cause irritation.
Alongside these common bad habits, avoiding the dentist can also be a cause of dental problems. You should be visiting your dentist for a routine dental appointment regularly to keep your oral health in check.
If you are worried about your oral health or want to find out more about the habits that could be causing your dental problems then get in touch with our experts today, we’d be more than happy to assist you.
At Bite Dentistry we offer dental exams to keep your dental hygiene in check and to put your mind at ease, to ensure your oral health is making you smile.
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When you have a dental issue with multiple fixes, it can be difficult to know which option is the best for you. If you have gaps, chips or broken teeth that make you self-conscious or affect how you speak and eat, you will likely want to fix this problem.
Feeling nervous about dentists appointments is fairly common and can be made worse when you notice any dentistry issues that you will need to get checked. Our minds can start to run away from us at the slightest toothache, which is why finding a specialist dentist that knows how to handle nervous patients is the ideal solution.
