{"id":168,"date":"2019-08-13T18:22:39","date_gmt":"2019-08-13T18:22:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=168"},"modified":"2019-09-27T15:23:19","modified_gmt":"2019-09-27T15:23:19","slug":"5-dental-habits-you-should-break-for-the-best-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/13\/5-dental-habits-you-should-break-for-the-best-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Dental Habits That Could Ruin Your Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"190\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_72117521_Preview__1536077734_54931-300x190.jpg\" alt=\"Woman smiling into mirror\" class=\"wp-image-169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_72117521_Preview__1536077734_54931-300x190.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_72117521_Preview__1536077734_54931-768x486.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_72117521_Preview__1536077734_54931.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone has a bad habit or two. Whether it\u2019s biting your\nnails or not using your turn signal, we only tend to notice them when something\nreally goes wrong. When it comes to your oral health, you certainly don\u2019t want\nan unconscious habit to suddenly cause pain or broken teeth. What habits can\nlead to dental downfall? Keep reading to learn about the 5 most common dental\nhabits to break from an expert dentist in Joplin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. Smoking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you needed another reason to quit smoking, tobacco use,\nand vaping, these products can have a serious impact on your oral health. They\nnot only cause staining and discoloration, but they also put you at risk of\noral cancer. Additionally, smoking and vaping makes it harder for your mouth to\nproduce saliva, which promotes problems like cavities, decay, and gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. Teeth Grinding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nighttime teeth grinding, also known as bruxism, can cause\nsensitivity, cracks, and broken teeth if you\u2019re not careful. You may notice\nheadaches, sore jaw, or sensitive teeth if you have bruxism. While there is a\nlink between your stress levels and teeth grinding, even those who report low\nstress can be affected. While it\u2019s virtually impossible to stop doing something\nwhile you\u2019re asleep, you can receive a nightguard from your dentist as\ntreatment. This protective mouthguard is comfortable to wear, and it will prevent\nyour pearly whites from damage during rest. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. Chewing on Nonfood Items<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you chew on fingernails, ice, pen caps, or other things\nthat you can\u2019t eat? This nasty habit is not only spreading germs into your\nmouth, but it can actually damage your smile. Biting on nonfood items can cause\nunnecessary wear and tear on your teeth, leading to higher risks of damage and\ndecay. A good way to break this habit while still getting your chewing fix is\nto use sugarless gum to keep your mouth busy! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#4. Brushing Too Hard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that there is such a thing as brushing your\nteeth too hard? It\u2019s true\u2014those that over brush, especially with stiff bristled\nbrushes, can wear away their enamel. The result is sensitivity to hot or cold\ntemperatures and a higher risk of tooth decay. When brushing, try moving it\naround in a circular motion versus scrubbing. You should also be sure to use a\nsoft-bristled toothbrush. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#5. Eating Hard and Sticky Candy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s okay to have a sweet tooth, but the type of food you\neat matters. Hard and sticky candies stay in contact with your teeth for long\nperiods of time, which is why they can cause cavities. The sugar and bacteria\nin your mouth react to create acid and eat away at your enamel. Thankfully,\nthis can be avoided by eating healthier sweets like dark chocolate and brushing\nyour teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Minor changes in your routine can help you avoid major\nissues. By following these tips, your smile should look and feel better, and\nyour dentist will definitely notice a difference at your next appointment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Dan K. Young has been caring for patients in Joplin for\nalmost 20 years, and he has special training in orthodontics, sleep apnea, and\nTMJ therapy. He believes in preventive dentistry, which is why he wants you to\nknow about some of the most common dental habits. For any questions, he can be\ncontacted through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngfamilydentistry.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by\nphone at (417) 781-3440. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Everyone has a bad habit or two. Whether it\u2019s biting your nails or not using your turn signal, we only tend to notice them when something really goes wrong. When it comes to your oral health, you certainly don\u2019t want an unconscious habit to suddenly cause pain or broken teeth. 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