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5 Horrible Habits That Can Lead to Many Dental Problems

We've all been taught about dental hygiene and how to maintain good oral health since we were kids; to brush our teeth twice a day, to floss after every meal and to visit our dentist at least every 6 months. But did you ever wonder, are there any habits that actually damage our teeth silently that we are completely unaware of? The answer is yes! Many of us unknowingly adopt habits that gradually eat away or damage our teeth. The trick to proper and complete dental care is to not only to stick to all the good habits but also avoid all the bad ones. Here are 5 horrible dental habits that we should all avoid: 1. Crushing Ice with our Teeth Yes, some of us really like the cold sensation that is produced when we put ice in our mouths. Especially on a hot day when an ice-cube is crushed between your teeth and the cold water trickles down your throat. The feeling can be very relieving! But did you ever consider how are our teeth affected by being in contact with an ice...