You might like the sensation of eating ice. Maybe you like to eat one cube at a time. Maybe you crunch on crushed ice. However you choose to consume your frozen water, we know that you may love its lack of calories and the fact that it’s hydrating. Unfortunately, we are here to inform you that you might want to stick with drinking your water instead because ice can mean bad results for your oral health. Consider the details.
Do You Have Bruxism? TMJ Disorder?
If you’re dealing with a problem like bruxism or an issue like TMJ disorder, then the last thing you want to do is move your mouth a lot or place pressure on your jaw joints. Unfortunately, if you’re eating ice, you’re doing both of those things. Stay away from the ice. Drink water instead. It’s worth it.
Do You Want To Protect Your Teeth?
Are you interested in protecting your teeth? Do you want your oral health to take a nosedive because you’ve accidentally cracked a tooth? If you answered that yes, you’d like your smile to remain healthy but that damage is not ideal, then we suggest you toss the ice aside and find something else to snack on. Ice is very hard and, even if you’re being careful, can lead to broken dental tissue.
Don’t Erode Your Teeth
Beyond the obvious cracked tooth is the fact that you can end up eroding your tissue over time. When you chew on ice over and over, you will eventually begin to wear down your enamel. This can smooth the grooves in your back teeth, which can lead to problems like sensitivity, difficulty chewing, and more. Once again: Ice isn’t a good plan for your oral health!
Protect Your Teeth By Asking For Smart Snack Ideas
While we can tell you that ice is a bad idea for a snack, we can also offer you some great alternatives when we see you for your next visit. Contact Absolute Dental Care today in Virginia Beach, VA to schedule a visit by calling (757) 428-7440. We proudly welcome patients Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Hampton, Eastern Shore, and all surrounding communities.
