there are certain habits that people are used to, but certainly not good for the human body especially for the teeth and gum. These habits includes;
Chewing Ice
Some persons do not think munching on ice is a bad habit,trust me it is really a bad habit to desist from. Though it’s natural and sugar free, so you
might think ice is harmless. But munching on hard, frozen cubes can chip
or even crack your teeth. And if your mindless chomping irritates the
soft tissue inside a tooth, regular toothaches may follow. Hot foods and
cold foods may trigger quick, sharp jabs of pain or a lingering
toothache. Next time you get the urge for ice, chew some sugarless gum.
Playing Sports With No Mouth Guard
Whether you play football, hockey, or
any other contact sport, don’t get in the game without a mouth guard.
This is a piece of molded plastic that protects the upper row of teeth.
Without it, your teeth could get chipped or even knocked out when the
action gets rough. Self-fitting mouth guards may be purchased at a
store, or you can have one custom made by your dentist. Its safer.
Opening Stuff With Your Teeth
For those that like things being done sharply(no time wasting), especially guys in a party,club,meeting or any social gathering, when served drink, they quickly use their teeth to open the cover or crown or cork, this is not a good habit. Opening bottle caps or plastic packaging
with your teeth may be convenient, but this is one habit that makes
dentists cringe. Using your teeth as tools can cause them to crack or
chip. Instead, keep scissors and bottle openers handy. Bottom line, your
teeth should only be used for eating
Soda
Candy isn’t the only culprit when it
comes to added sugar. Sodas can have up to 11 teaspoons of sugar per
serving. To add insult to injury, sodas also contain phosphoric and
citric acids, which eat away at tooth enamel. Diet soft drinks let you
skip the sugar, but they may have even more acid in the form of the
artificial sweeteners
Tongue Piercings
Tongue piercings may be trendy, but
biting down on the metal stud can crack a tooth. Lip piercings pose a
similar risk. And when metal rubs against the gums, it can cause gum
damage that may lead to tooth loss. The mouth is also a haven for
bacteria, so piercings raise the risk of infections and sores. Bottom
line, discuss the health risks with your dentist first.
Grinding Teeth
Teeth grinding can wear
teeth down over time. It is most often caused by stress and sleeping
habits. This makes it hard to control. Avoiding hard foods during the
day can reduce pain and damage from this habit. Wearing a mouth guard at
night can prevent grinding while sleeping.
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