From chewing on ice to drinking white wine, there are plenty of ordinary ways to crack, stain, or put a cavity in your smile.

 

  1. Chewing on Ice: It's naturally sugar-free, so you might think ice is harmless. Not so – munching on ice can chip or even crack your teeth. Next time you get the urge for ice, chew some sugarless gum instead.
  2. Playing sports with no mouthguard: Whether you play football, work out at the gym, or play any other contact sport, protect your teeth with a mouthguard... more