Five habits that can break your teeth

Five habits that can break your teeth

Over time, using your teeth as tools will wear down tooth enamel – leaving behind weakened and sometimes brittle tooth structure that is prone to cracking, chipping, and breaking.

• 1

  Using your teeth as tools

  Do not tear a piece of tape with your teeth, or tear the open package with incisors, or hold the staples in your mouth.

  why not? You will remove the enamel and risk breaking your teeth.

  Instead, use scissors or other tools.

   

• 2

  Chewing pens

  Don't bite your pen while working.

  why not? The edges of your teeth will wear out, which can cause tooth pain and fractures.

  Instead, have a snack such as celery or carrot sticks.

   

• 3

  Constantly drinking coffee

  Do not drink coffee all day. Mix it with milk to reduce its damage to the color of your teeth.

  why not? It will dry out your mouth, leading to bad breath and tooth decay. In addition to that, your teeth will stain over time.

  Instead, opt for green tea for a caffeine boost. If you can't go without coffee, then drink a glass of water directly after the coffee. 

• 4

  Taking a smoke break

  Do not smoke cigarettes or e-cigarettes.

  why not? Besides causing lung cancer, smoking also doubles the risk of oral cancer, tooth loss, gum disease, and even cavities. 

  Even e-cigarettes, which still contain nicotine, can harm gum health.

  Instead, ask your doctor to help you quit smoking.

   

• 5

  Leaving the toothbrush at home

  Don't wait until you get home to brush and floss your teeth.

  why not? Plaque begins to form on your teeth immediately. The longer you wait, the more difficult it is to remove it.

  Instead, keep a toothbrush, some toothpaste, and floss in your office or bag to use after lunch.