10 Common Habits That Can Damage Your Teeth

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Well, we all are aware of the basics to maintain our oral hygiene like brushing teeth, visiting dentist twice in a year etc. But, there are a few habits that can harm our dental health badly. It is very important part of our body which requires extra care. And drinking lime water or chilled soda can affect your oral health badly. So, here we have listed some common habits that can damage your teeth. So, have a look at them and try to avoid them to maintain oral hygiene.

1. Nail biting

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It is one of the common habits that most people have. But, you should know this that it can affect your jaw and can chip your teeth. It is said that when you bite your nails, your jaws are placed in the same position which can lead to jaw dysfunction.

2. Eating sugar candies

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Eating excess sugar candies can cause tooth decay as they stick to your teeth and result in releasing acids that can affect your enamel. So, try to reduce the intake of sugar candies.

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3. Not replacing toothbrush

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There are many people who have a habit of not replacing their toothbrush. But they should know this that replacing toothbrush with the new one can help them in maintaining oral hygiene. So, it is suggested that you should change your toothbrush every 3-4 months.

4. Coffee

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Coffee is a beverage that most of us love but, it can leave behind stains on your teeth. And in some cases, the bacteria and the acid present in your mouth can cause gum disease. So, always rinse your mouth thoroughly after drinking coffee or tea.

5. Drinking lemon juice

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Citrus fruits like grapefruit, limes, lemons, and oranges have a high amount of acid that can destroy your tooth enamel. So, it is advised that after drinking lime water, chew a sugarless gum to get rid of the acidic residue.

6. Brushing teeth just after a meal

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Brushing teeth just after having a meal can harm your teeth as there are chances that the acid from the food can go deeper into the enamel. So, always brush your teeth 30 minutes after having a meal.

7. Drinking soda

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Soda contains a high amount of sugar that can damage your tooth and also, has the ability to eat away your tooth enamel. So, try to reduce the intake of soda to avoid tooth problems.

8. Chewing ice

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You might think that chewing ice is harmless but, in reality, it can affect your teeth badly. It is said that chewing ice can affect the soft tissues and can further lead to toothaches.

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9. Grinding your teeth

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Bruxism or teeth grinding can affect your teeth badly. It is often caused because of stress and sleeping habits which you can hardly control. Besides this, it is advised that you should avoid having hard foods to reduce the pain and other tooth problems.

10. Tongue piercings

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Tongue piercings may look cool but can affect your teeth badly. It is said when the metal stud rubs against your gums, it can cause gum damage and can also lead to tooth loss. Plus, it also increases the risk of infections and sores.

So, these were the few habits that can damage your teeth.

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