Are Bad Habits Harming Your Teeth?

🚫 Common Bad Habits That Harm Your Teeth:

1. Nail Biting
Constant biting puts pressure on your teeth, causing chips, enamel wear, and even jaw misalignment.

2. Chewing on Pen Caps
It might help you concentrate, but chewing plastic stresses your teeth and increases the risk of fractures.

3. Using Teeth as Tools
Opening bottles or tearing packets with your teeth can cause cracks or damage to dental work like veneers or crowns.

4. Brushing Too Hard
Overbrushing wears down enamel and irritates gums. Use a soft-bristled brush and gentle circular motions.

5. Drinking Sugary Drinks
Frequent consumption of sodas or juices leads to enamel erosion and cavities. Rinse with water afterward or use a straw.

6. Late-Night Snacking
Snacking before bed without brushing allows food particles to fuel harmful bacteria overnight, increasing decay risk.

Nail Biting

Chewing on pen caps

Using your teeth as a tool

Brushing too hard

Drinking too much sugary drinks

Snacking too much at night

🛡️ Protect Your Smile with Smart Habits

Replacing these habits with healthier alternatives is the first step toward a brighter smile. Need help assessing your oral health? Book a consultation at Crossroads Dental Clinic today.