Oral Habits
Oral habits and their impact on dental health
Oral habits develop during childhood and can have a significant impact on long-term dental health.
They are patterns of behavior that involve the mouth and teeth, and can impact oral health and cause serious dental issues if not treated properly.
Deformations in the teeth and jaw, misalignment of the teeth and difficulties in speaking and eating are some adverse effects of oral habits.
Common oral habits and their negative effects
Thumb sucking:
it is common in childhood and can cause deformities in the teeth, jaw and palate, alter speech, chewing and physical appearance.
Nail biting:
It can cause deformities in the teeth and jaw, exposure to bacteria and germs, breaks in the skin around the nails, and weakness in the nails.
Use of pacifiers and bottles:
Prolonged use can cause deformation of the teeth and jaw, as well as tooth decay.
Using Straws:
Constant sucking through a straw can cause misshapen teeth and jaws, as well as increased exposure to bacteria and germs.
Treatment of oral habits
To avoid serious dental consequences, it is necessary to address these oral habits. Much of these habits are outgrown over time, but some may require dental intervention and treatment.
To motivate the child to stop thumb-sucking or nail-biting, parents can reward the change or give the child an alternative object to suck or chew on.
In the case of pacifiers or bottles, it is convenient to limit their use and remove them completely when they are one year old.
In some cases, braces or braces are required to correct dental and jaw deformities caused by oral habits.
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Other negative oral habits
In addition to the oral habits mentioned, there are others that can have a negative impact on dental health. Biting down on hard objects like pencils or ice chews can cause tooth fractures and tooth wear.
Conclusion
Addressing Oral Habits: Relevant to Oral Health
Addressing oral habits and preventing their consequences is a relevant aspect for oral health. The directory of dentists that you find on this website offers you information on different care alternatives to deal with these cases. Consult it and locate the dental service that meets your needs.
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