Whether you dread going to the dentist or eagerly open wide every six months, here's some news that may shock you: You currently have a few habits that are ruining your smile.
And no, we aren't talking about the glaringly obvious no-nos, like smoking and drinking gallons of Franzia. No judgment, but you're on your own with those beauty-busting behaviors.
The bad-teeth habits we uncovered are far more shocking (as in, your favorite workout could be wrecking your dental health!). But the good news is once you know what these smile saboteurs are, you can take steps to keep your pearly whites in perfect condition.
And there's good reason to do just that: A new Harris Interactive survey found that nearly 90 percent of adults think a bright or white smile makes a good first impression, and more than half say they use your smile to judge your personality, stating it's the best indicator of someone’s friendliness.
So see if you're guilty of committing any of these bad-teeth crimes and try the simple fixes that will make over your smile immediately.
There are so many things that I never even considered might be affecting my teeth. I am a diet coke girl and I have no desire to quit drinking it. I hear drinking through a straw is better for your teeth than drinking straight from the can.
the article title is misleading - i don't see how any of these are "one-minute smile tricks"! and while these tips are eye-opening, i don't see the benefit of giving up "bad habits" like healthy snacks like bananas or a good workout like swimming! just go to the dentist regularly...