We all know someone who asks for extra ice just so they can chew on it. And we’ve probably all heard that chewing ice is not healthy for your teeth. So what’s the truth? Is it best to put a stop to ice chewing? Absolutely, and for more reasons than most people are aware of. Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams want all Goose Creek residents to know why chewing ice is a bad habit, so please read on for the facts!
Why should I stop chewing ice?
Ice is hard. So hard, in fact, that pitting it against your teeth regularly will most certainly result in damage to your enamel. If you have pagophagia (the fancy name for ice cravings), it’s likely that Dr. Barganier, Dr. Zuffi, Dr. Williams, and Dr. McAdams will need to perform enamel restoration treatments, which are pricey and can be quite uncomfortable.
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