{"id":245,"date":"2019-05-31T14:00:21","date_gmt":"2019-05-31T14:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=245"},"modified":"2019-06-03T14:00:41","modified_gmt":"2019-06-03T14:00:41","slug":"4-habits-your-emergency-dentist-in-annapolis-says-you-should-avoid","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalcare.com\/blog\/4-habits-your-emergency-dentist-in-annapolis-says-you-should-avoid\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Habits Your Emergency Dentist in Annapolis Says You Should Avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_99982712__1559569912_61960-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"man breaking cigarette in half \" class=\"wp-image-246\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_99982712__1559569912_61960-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.goodmandentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_99982712__1559569912_61960-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.goodmandentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/06\/AdobeStock_99982712__1559569912_61960.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>No one likes having to stop everything to treat a dental\nemergency. They always seem to happen right after the dentist\u2019s office closes! You\ncan\u2019t completely prevent them. However, there are some precautions you can take\nto decreases your chances of having them. Your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalcare.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">emergency\ndentist in Annapolis<\/a> suggests you kick these 4 habits to protect your oral\nhealth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Smoking <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Out of all 4 of these habits, smoking is by far the worst\nfor you. People talk about how it increases your risk for lung cancer, but not\nmany people are aware than it can also majorly contribute to dental problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smoking can cause:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Stained teeth <\/li><li>Bad breath <\/li><li>Diminished sense of taste<\/li><li>Hindered immune system<\/li><li>Tooth decay<\/li><li>Gum disease<\/li><li>Greater risk for mouth or throat cancer<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re having trouble quitting, your dentist in Annapolis\ncan help. In fact, more people see their dentist for help quitting than their\nprimary care doctors. You could also ask your friends and family to hold you\naccountable and support you if you relapse. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Using Your Teeth as Tools <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Opening a bottle of soda or beer might look cool in the\nmovies, but it can seriously damage your teeth. Never use your teeth:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>To open bottles<\/li><li>As scissors<\/li><li>As a third hand<\/li><li>To chew on foreign objects<\/li><li>To crack open nuts or shellfish<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if these activities don\u2019t immediately chip or crack\nyour teeth or hurt any restoration you\u2019ve had done, you could still wear them\ndown over time. It\u2019s best to quit this habit and use your teeth just for\neating. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clenching and Grinding <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Clenching and grinding can occur at night or during the day.\nThey can wear down your teeth over time. While there\u2019s nothing you can really\ndo to prevent nighttime grinding, you can wear a nightguard to protect your\nteeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main way to fix daytime clenching and grinding is\nself-awareness. It can be hard to stop at first, especially if you do it\nhabitually or as a response to stress. If you find yourself clenching or\ngrinding during the day, take deep breaths and release the tension from your\njaw.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brushing Your Teeth Too Hard <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of us brush our teeth more forcefully than we need to,\nmistakenly thinking it will make teeth cleaner. This can damage the teeth and\ngums and lead to problems like enamel wear and receding gums. Eventually it can\ncause tooth sensitivity. Using less pressure and a soft-bristled brush makes it\neasier on your mouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kicking these 4 oral habits can make your mouth healthier\nand can prevent dental emergencies. Equally as important are basic oral care\nhabits like brushing twice a day, flossing once a day, and visiting your\ndentist for a checkup every six months. You can\u2019t predict when they will\nhappen, but you can help to prevent them! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\n\nAt Goodman Dental Care in Annapolis, MD,\nfather-and-son dentist team Drs. Gary and Jeremy Goodman provide high-quality\ndental care that meets your busy schedule. Their team will do everything in\ntheir power to treat your dental emergency on the same day you call. If your\nemergency occurs after-hours, their answering machine will provide you with a\nphone number for one of the doctors. For more information on how you can help\nprevent dental emergencies, contact them <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodmandentalcare.com\/contact.html\">here<\/a> or call them at\n(410)-263-1919. \n\n\n\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>No one likes having to stop everything to treat a dental emergency. They always seem to happen right after the dentist\u2019s office closes! You can\u2019t completely prevent them. 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