Safety Tips for Your Teeth

July 20, 2026

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Dental Health Tips

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.

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