Ice is not your smile’s friend. It’s your smile’s foe. Visualize an ice cube for a moment. It’s extremely hard to break apart. When you ask your teeth to break one down, you’re putting your teeth in harm’s way. The pressure could end up chipping teeth. It could crack your teeth. It could damage dental work that’s in place, such as a crown or a dental bridge. Avoid the ice, so you don’t end up with very easy-to-prevent oral health problems.
In addition to damaging the structure of your teeth, ice can also cause some serious irritation to your jaw joints. It requires your TMJs to work overtime and places a lot of stress on them. If you do this a lot, you may either make your TMJ disorder worse or you may end up causing it to develop.
Another oral health concern that may become aggravated or that may be encouraged by ice eating? Bruxism, which is a problem that includes daily and involuntary yet habitual teeth grinding or clenching.
Remember that even the simplest of tips for your smile can result in you providing your smile with extra protection. Need some advice? Ask for details! Set up an appointment in Grand Prairie, TX by contacting your dentist at Pecan Tree Dental to schedule a visit at (972) 262-5111.
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