Safety Tips for Your Teeth

Your teeth are vulnerable to nicks, chips, stains, and strains. To protect your teeth from damage and injury, take these precautions.

• Don’t chew ice, pens, or pencils.
• Don’t use your teeth to open paper clips or otherwise function as tools.
• If you grind your teeth at night, ask your dentist if you should be fitted for a bite plate to prevent tooth grinding.
• If you play contact sports like football or hockey, wear a protective mouth guard.
• Always wear a seat belt when riding in a car.
• Avoid sucking on lemons or chewing aspirin or vitamin C tablets. The acid wears away tooth enamel.
• If you smoke a pipe, don’t bite down on the stem.