8 Bad Dental Habits Your Dentist Want You to Quit

1
8 Bad Dental Habits You Need to Quit Today
2
Introduction

• Your oral health is important for your overall
  health and wellbeing.
• Taking care of your teeth, and keeping them
  healthy and strong should be your priority.
• There are many bad habits which hurt your teeth
  and compromises your oral health.
• Along with good oral hygiene and regular dental
  visits, you need to avoid these habits to
  maintain your oral health.

3
Bad Habits Your Dentist Want You to Quit

• Brushing your teeth for more than 2 minutes or
  brushing with a hard bristled toothbrush.
• Not flossing at all. Flossing daily removes food
  particles and plaque from hard to reach places.
• Frequently using over the counter whitening
  products to get whiter teeth. It is advised to go
  for professional teeth whitening to improve your
  smile.
• Biting your nails. Nail biting is not only
  unhygienic but can chip off your teeth and affect
  your jaw. Also, the germs and bacteria present
  underneath your nail can enter your mouth and
  cause infections.

4
Bad Habits Your Dentist Want You to Quit

• Chewing on ice. This habit can erode your tooth
  enamel, fracture your teeth and damage dental
  appliances such as filling, implants and other
  restorations. Opt for a sugarless gum instead of
  ice.
• Drinking carbonated beverages or sipping soda.
  Sugary drinks or foods create an acidic
  environment in your mouth and put your teeth at a
  higher risk of cavities.
• Brushing your teeth immediately after eating. It
  is advised to wait at least 30 minutes after
  eating for brushing.
• Grinding your teeth. Teeth grinding mostly occur
  during sleep due to stress and anxiety and can
  cause a number of dental problems including
  Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. Your dentist
  can suggest a mouth guard to prevent it during
  sleep.

5
Book Your Free Smile Analysis Today!

• Visit Desired Smiles for professional oral checks
  ups. We provide all the comprehensive dental
  services under one roof.

Address2180 Itabashi Way Unit CBurlington, ON
L7M 5A5Call [phone] or (905)
332-0105Websitewww.desiredsmiles.com/