Statistics show that 61 percent of Americans say they have used their fingernails to remove food wedged in their teeth, another 21 percent have used cutlery to remove particles and 14 percent have used hair. Only 41 percent of Americans actually incorporate flossing into their daily dental care routine, but how many of them are doing it wrong? Here is a list of common flossing mistakes and how to correct them.

Chewing on the tips of your fingernails may be a comforting habit, but is one that can cause more damage than you may realize. Similar to chewing pencils or chomping down on ice, nail biting, also known as onychophagia, can put you at risk of chipping, breaking or fracturing your teeth. It can also cause damage to your gums. Keep reading to find out what makes people want to bite their nails, how it can affect your oral health and what you can do to break this harmful habit.