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Nail Biting and Your Oral Heath

Nail biting not only affects the appearance of your nails, but can chip, crack, or break your teeth. It can even cause jaw problems. The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), reported that people who bite their nails are at increased risk for bruxism, or tooth grinding. Of course, don’t forget your hands and nails are a host for germs and bacteria such as Salmonella and E. coli which can be easily transferred into the body through nail biting. The following tips can help you break the habit to protect your teeth and overall health. Keep your nails trimmed short. Apply something with a bitter-taste to […]

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