The dentist talked about the habits that destroy teeth

There are many habits that destroy a person's teeth, in addition to non-compliance with oral hygiene. About this on September 19, "Gazeta.Ru" was told by the dentist-therapist, dentist-periodontist "SM-Dentistry" Victoria Kniss.

So, one of the main mistakes the doctor called the habit of drinking water with lemon or snacking on snacks. It is noted that citric acid can corrode the protective layer of the tooth, and the use of snacks affects the development of unwanted bacteria. All this can lead to tooth decay.

Habits that destroy a person's smile include using teeth to open bottles. biting threads, biting nails or pencils, and other mechanical movements.

"Each such action creates microcracks on the enamel, which over time can lead to chipping and even fracture of the crown of the tooth. <...> The consequences are expensive restoration of the shape and function of the tooth, and in the worst case, its loss," Kniss emphasized.

Sometimes people grit their teeth in their sleep. This, according to the expert, leads to the erasure of enamel, the appearance of cracks and increased sensitivity of teeth.

The dentist recommended not only to observe oral hygiene, but also to use teeth only for chewing food. The specialist also recommended regular dental checkups.

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Earlier in the day, Roman Wolberg, a dental surgeon, implantologist and periodontist, named the most common mistakes that lead to dental problems. According to the doctor, one of the main enemies of oral health is haste. Daily dental care should take at least three minutes per set.

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