{"id":419,"date":"2022-05-04T16:09:36","date_gmt":"2022-05-04T16:09:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/?p=419"},"modified":"2025-04-30T12:36:34","modified_gmt":"2025-04-30T12:36:34","slug":"foods-that-can-chip-your-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/foods-that-can-chip-your-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Look Out! Here Are 8 Foods That Can Chip Your Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Picture1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Woman in red flannel covering her mouth in shock\" class=\"wp-image-420\" style=\"width:316px;height:211px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Picture1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Picture1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Picture1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Picture1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Picture1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s true: enamel is the strongest substance in the human body. As a result, you may assume that your teeth are indestructible. Sadly, that\u2019s not the case. All it takes is one forceful bite into your meal for one of them to chip. While this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a> isn\u2019t always painful right away, it <em>can<\/em> take a serious toll on your self-confidence. To prevent you from winding up in this situation, keep reading to learn eight foods that can chip your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8 Tooth-Chipping Foods to Watch Out For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you\u2019re careful, accidents can happen. That\u2019s why it\u2019s best to simply steer clear of extremely hard and crunchy foods. A few examples that make the cut include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Popcorn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nuts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hard candy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fruits with pits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hard bread<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corn on the cob<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Peanut brittle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8 Tooth-Friendly Alternatives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If some of your favorite snacks and ingredients made the above list, you may initially be disheartened. Don\u2019t worry \u2013 there are lots of alternatives that are both delicious and tooth-friendly, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Soft, fresh fruits (i.e., watermelon, bananas, antelope)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yogurt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plain crackers and cheese<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dark chocolate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sliced vegetables, like carrots and cucumbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Air-popped popcorn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hard-boiled eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Trail mix (one that doesn\u2019t have crunchy nuts or tons of sugar)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Few Other Ways You Can Protect Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing wisely what you fill your plate with is certainly important. Of course, there are other best practices you should be implementing as well. To start, commit to a solid oral hygiene routine to keep your teeth and gums in pristine condition. This includes brushing each morning and evening, flossing daily, and getting a dental checkup and cleaning every six months. It is also extremely important to avoid unhealthy dental habits, like smoking, chewing on ice, and using your teeth as tools to open things. Lastly, make sure to wear a mouthguard if you play any sports. This will help protect your teeth from a rogue ball or accidental elbow to your face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chipping one or more of your teeth can be unpleasant for several reasons, including the fact that your smile is now vulnerable to further damage. Fortunately, being mindful to avoid extremely hard or crunchy foods can go a long way. If you do find yourself handling a sudden dental injury, then get in touch with your emergency dentist right away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/\">21<sup>st<\/sup> Century Dental of Irving<\/a>, our highly trained team of dentists are here to provide you with treatment when you need it most. That\u2019s why we\u2019re open as early as 7 AM throughout the week and go above and beyond to provide same-day care! If you have a question about how to protect your smile or you\u2019d like to schedule an appointment with our team, then don\u2019t hesitate to visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(972) 255-3712<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s true: enamel is the strongest substance in the human body. As a result, you may assume that your teeth are indestructible. 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