Bad Oral Habits - Contest

Hi Steemit Community!

My Experience with Bad oral Habits

As a kid, I had a habit of chewing my nails. My dad would often tell me to stop, saying " Your fingers are not fish!" I didn't understand why it was a big deal, but I knew it wasn't good for my teeth, I would giggle and promise to stop, but the habit was hard to break.

As I grew older, I realized that nail biting wasn't just a harmless habit. It was affecting my teeth and overall oral health.

The Harsh Reality

Now, as an adult, I can see the damage the nail biting has done to my teeth and nails. It's hard for me to stop biting my nails, even though I know it's not good for me. I've tried to break the habit many times, but I just can't seem to stop it. It's like my nails are calling out to me, tempting me to bite them whenever I'm stressed or anxious.

The importance of Good Oral Habits📝

As I leaned more about oral health, I discovered that many people struggle with bad habits like nail biting, thumb sucking, and Mouth breathing. These habits can cause misalignment, wear, and other issues with our teeth and gums.

Common Bad Habits in Children📝
1 Thumb Sucking
2Nail biting
3 Tongue thrusting
4 Biting of lips
5 Mouth breathing

Tell me if you have had any bad habits and how you acquired them.

How I Acquired My Bad Habit📝
I'm not sure how I started biting my nails, but I think it was because I was stressed or bored. My parents would tell me to stop, but I didn't know how to break the habit.

How can we eradicate this type of bad habit?

You have to identify the habit: Recognize the habit.
Find ways to replace the habit with a better one.
Practice good oral hygiene and visit your dentist regularly.

Avoiding Bad Oral Habits📝

📝Practice good oral hygiene from a young age
📝Find healthy ways to cope with stress and boredom

Conclusion

Bad Oral Habits can cause problems with our teeth and overall health. By being aware of these habits and taking steps to prevent or break them, we can keep our teeth and mouth healthy.

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