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Do you also have a habit of digging teeth with a toothpick or a stick after eating anything? This minor habit can become a problem for the teeth and gums. Orthodontist Dr. Zafar Khan knows what damage can be done to teeth and gums due to the habit of digging teeth with toothpick.

While cleaning the teeth with a toothpick and match stick, some people even start chewing it. This can damage and weaken the enamel layer of the teeth.

There may be a gap in the teeth

Brushing teeth with a toothpick can lead to a gap between the teeth, which looks bad and can also lead to cavities if food gets stuck in it.

damage to the roots of the teeth

With repeated use of toothpicks, the roots of the teeth become weak. Many times it also happens that while cleaning the teeth, the toothpick breaks and its piece gets stuck in the teeth. This can cause damage to the tissues.

Digging a tooth with a toothpick or matchstick can cause injury to the gums. Gums may hurt and bleed.

Dental floss is used to keep the space between the teeth clean to remove trapped food and prevent tooth decay and gum infection.

don’t mess with your teeth

Do not avoid checkup- Dental checkup is essential for dental care. Don’t wait for toothache, decay, sensitivity to happen. Get a checkup done by the dentist once a year. You can stop the trouble caused by this in advance.

forget the trouble Forgetting any problem as soon as it gets some rest is dangerous for the teeth. Whatever be the treatment, if the dentist has asked you for a re-checkup, then definitely get it done. Especially in situations like root canal, tooth extraction, gum surgery, it takes time for the wound to heal and the condition to be completely normal, so follow up regularly.

Don’t do your own medicine Taking any medicine without medical advice can be harmful. Whenever you feel any problem in teeth, mouth or any part of the body, go to the doctor, do not start your own treatment.

Tell the doctor the truth Before getting dental treatment, tell the dentist what diseases have been treated in the past. Apart from this, if you are taking any medicine or have been eating it for a long time, then also tell about it. Tell your dentist if you are allergic to any medicine. Teeth are also a part of the body, so the information given about the rest of the body can be beneficial.

Change brush in 3-4 months People spend very little time while brushing their teeth. Some people find it a hassle to clean their teeth twice a day. To keep the teeth healthy, it is necessary that they should be cleaned 2 to 3 times by law. One thing to keep in mind is that by brushing the teeth more often and faster, the enamel of the teeth becomes weak. This makes the roots of the teeth visible. The right way of cleaning teeth is very important. Clean both the upper and inner sides of the teeth with a soft brush. Try to reach every corner of the mouth. When the bristles get damaged or in 3-4 months, change the brush.

Dental floss and antiseptic mouthwash Mouthwash and flossing are also necessary along with brushing. Food that gets stuck between the teeth causes tooth decay and gum infection. For healthy gums and strong teeth, dental floss or an interdental brush is used to keep the space between the teeth clean. To keep the mouth germ-free, one should gargle with antiseptic mouthwash at night before sleeping.

Cold drinks are bad for the teeth. It damages the enamel, due to which the teeth become sensitive and after eating anything hot or cold, there is a tingling in the teeth.

Overdose of junk food- Many products available in the market can damage the teeth, such as drinking cold drinks is harmful for the teeth. Drinking too much of them damages the enamel of the teeth and the teeth become sensitive, due to which there is a tingling in the teeth after eating anything hot or cold. Eating sweet and sticky things like candy, chips, cream biscuits causes tooth decay. These things should be eaten less. If the children insist, then one day a week can give these things. Whenever you give food, do not forget to brush the teeth after that.

Eat green vegetables and fruits Both green vegetables and fruits are necessary for the body as well as the teeth. You get essential vitamins by eating them. Both vitamin C and vitamin D are beneficial for teeth. Vitamin C is essential for healthy gums. Vitamin D is essential for bones and teeth.

Tobacco intoxication- Tobacco is harmful for the body as well as for oral health. It weakens the gums. By taking tobacco in any way, a brown, red, yellow coating gets deposited on the teeth.

bad habits- Some bad habits like constantly chewing pencil or pin in the mouth, chewing ice, etc. put more pressure on the teeth, due to which there is a bad effect on the enamel of the teeth. If you have a habit of biting your teeth at night, then you can make mouthguards worn at night on the advice of the dentist.

Disclaimer- The information and information given in this article is based on general assumptions. Please consult an expert before following these.

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