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Bad Dental Habits You May Not Know You Have

It is the beginning of the year and many people have resolutions. One health resolution should be greater care for your teeth.

Key takeaways:

  • Get help breaking bad habits like teeth clenching and teeth grinding.
  • Stop biting nails and using teeth to open bottles
  • Brush your teeth for at least two minutes twice every day.

Dentists say another habit to break for both your dental health as well as your overall health is to stop snacking all day long, especially on sugary foods and drinks. Dentists say it can increase the chances of cavities.

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