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Teenagers are more concerned about the way they look. A perfect smile adds beauty to your face. But oftentimes, teenagers fail to maintain an adequate oral care and the results can be perceptibly negative. Teenagers tend to eat a lot of junk food which is certainly not good for health and also for mouth as it is a direct way for cavities. Teens are adapting the modernity which is why they fail to uphold a proper oral care regimen. Not only food, but there are various aspects that teens experiment with their mouth which can have a detrimental effect on your oral health. Oral piercing, dental grills have gained popularity among youngsters and everyone feels like trying it.

It is highly recommended to visit a dentist to seek his advice before getting any part of your mouth pierced as there is a great amount of risk involved in oral piercing such as:

• Prolonged bleeding
• Intensive pain and swelling
• Infection
• Serious injury to gums
• Major damage to nerves and blood vessels
• Possibility of periodontal disease

It is better if teenagers avoid penetrating their oral parts and concentrate more on maintaining a better oral health. The ideal way to achieve a bright smile is by upholding good oral habits such as brushing and flossing on a regular basis. It is quite obvious that many teenagers are stubborn and they hardly follow any instructions. But parents and closed ones play a vital role in motivating them and teaching them the importance of good oral habits. Teenagers are highly concerned regarding their aesthetic appearance. By learning the effects of bad oral hygiene you can actually encourage them to maintain good oral care. A healthy mouth is always beneficial, as with a good looking smile your aesthetic value will increase.