{"id":117,"date":"2018-01-14T16:10:26","date_gmt":"2018-01-14T16:10:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/?p=117"},"modified":"2018-02-14T16:15:17","modified_gmt":"2018-02-14T16:15:17","slug":"dentist-in-mesquite-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mcknightdental.com\/blog\/2018\/01\/dentist-in-mesquite-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Dentist Warns Against Everyday Activities that Can Harm Your Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"manYour smile is one of your best assets, and you probably have some great habits, like brushing and flossing, that protect it against decay. However, your teeth could still be in danger. Everyday activities may pose a threat to those precious pearly whites of yours. What are these activities, and what can you do to minimize the risk to your chompers? Your dentist in Mesquite<\/a> is here to give you some friendly guidance.<\/p>\n

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Clumsy Moments<\/h2>\n

Some people have reflexes like a cat and avoid even unexpected obstacles like nobody\u2019s business. Most folks, though, have at least a dash of clumsiness. Whether you\u2019re walking around the office and don\u2019t see the cord on the floor, or you accidentally trip over that curb in the parking lot, falling down can cause some major damage to your teeth. The lesson here? Please watch your step.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s especially important to be cautious when you\u2019re riding your bike \u2014 in fact, cycling is a leading cause of tooth loss! Do your best to be aware of your surroundings so your smile stays intact.<\/p>\n

Hard Foods<\/h2>\n

Mindless snacking can damage your teeth! Accidentally biting down on that unpopped popcorn kernel or finding that unexpected piece of bone in a \u201cboneless\u201d piece of meat can spell disaster for your chompers. By being aware of what you put in your mouth, you can reduce the chances that you\u2019ll end up chipping a tooth.<\/p>\n

Using Your Teeth as a Tool<\/h2>\n

When you\u2019re desperate to get that tag off your brand new shirt but you don\u2019t have anything sharp handy, you might be tempted to take your teeth to that little plastic nuisance. Or you might want to get even out your broken nail by biting on it. Don\u2019t do it! Teeth should only <\/em>be used to chew on food, not as a substitute for handheld tools. Think about carrying a pocket knife and a pair of nail clippers with you so you won\u2019t even consider using your pearly whites as a cutting machine.<\/p>\n

Trying to Look Cool<\/h2>\n

Okay, everyone wants to impress others with the way they look, but some fads are downright bad for your teeth. Lip and tongue piercings can hit your pearly whites and cause them to break or crack, especially if you take a hard fall or accidentally hit your head on something. When you want to go for an edgy appearance, please keep your piercings away from your mouth area.<\/p>\n

Sipping the Wrong Things<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s important to protect your teeth against chips and cracks, but you also want to safeguard them against ugly stains, right? Unfortunately, there are a lot of beverages that have the power to discolor your smile, including:<\/p>\n