A small cavity that may turn to a full-blown problem that eats away at your tooth. Dental checkups and visits should be honored to have any problems addressed.
Key takeaways:
- Avoid chewing on ice since it may lead to cracking and chipping of teeth.
- Sports drinks are a big danger for your teeth owing to the fact they contain sugars, acids and chemical additives that corrode tooth enamel.
- Brushing too hard and brushing immediately after meals have the same effect on tooth enamel. Acids in food soften tooth enamel and brushing will easily erode enamel.
Dentists recommend that you get our teeth cleaned every six months—but many people skip it, which can lead to big problems down the line, says Dr. Schwartz.
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http://www.menshealth.com/health/habits-you-should-avoid-for-healthy-teeth
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