15 Habits You Should Avoid If You Want Healthy Teeth, According To Dentists
Some seemingly harmless behaviors could be causing damage to your teeth such as eroding tooth enamel, decay and cavities.
Key takeaways:
- Avoid chewing on ice, which is likened to chewing on rocks and may cause teeth chips or cracks.
- Avoid drinking sports drinks as they contain acidic, chemical additives and sugars that cause dental health problems.
- Brushing immediately after meals could cause teeth problems. Highly acidic foods weaken tooth enamel hence brushing immediately easily wears out enamel. Wait for at least 45 minutes.
“Saliva is our body’s own best defense against cavities, so anything you can do to increase saliva production, especially after a meal, can help protect teeth,” says Dr. Schwartz.
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