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The habit: Grazing all day, especially on sugary foods and drinks, puts you at a higher risk for cavities. When you eat, cavity-causing bacteria feast leftover food, producing an acid that attacks the outer shell of your teeth. The solution: Eat balanced meals to feel fuller, longer. If you need a snack, make sure it's low in fat and sugar. If you indulge in the occasional sugary treat, follow it with a big glass of water to wash away leftover food. To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org
Dentist Plymouth MI Douglas A. Callow, DDS 9357 General Drive, Suite 112 Plymouth, MI 48170 Phone: (734) 455-2890 Website: www.CallowDDS.com
The habit: Your teeth were made for eating, not to stand in as a pair of scissors or hold things when your hands are full. When you do this, you put yourself at a higher risk of cracking your teeth, injuring your jaw or accidentally swallowing something you shouldn’t. The solution: Stop and find something or someone to give you a hand. Your mouth will thank you. To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org
Dentist Plymouth MI Douglas A. Callow, DDS 9357 General Drive, Suite 112 Plymouth, MI 48170 Phone: (734) 455-2890 Website: www.CallowDDS.com
The habit: This nervous habit can chip teeth and impact your jaw. “Placing your jaw for long periods of time in a protruding position can place pressure on it, which is associated with jaw dysfunction,” says Dr. Ruchi Sahota. The solution: Bitter-tasting nail polishes, stress reduction and setting small, realistic goals can help. If certain situations are triggers, hold something to keep your fingers busy. To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org
Dentist Plymouth MI Douglas A. Callow, DDS 9357 General Drive, Suite 112 Plymouth, MI 48170 Phone: (734) 455-2890 Website: www.CallowDDS.com