Biting fingernails, gnawing on pen caps and pencil erasers or chewing ice may be your way to deal with boredom or relieve stress, but oral health experts warn that it can lead to cracked, chipped or ...

If you’re a sucker for crushed, nugget, or pebble ice—or maybe even shaved ice—be careful. Chewing ice can cause long-term damage, even if it can’t be seen or felt while you chew ice. While enamel is ...

Teeth that are unusually worn down can also be a sign of acid reflux. This causes stomach acid to seep into the mouth, which ...

Chewing ice is bad for your teeth because it can damage your tooth enamel, or the protective layer that shields your teeth from decay. You especially shouldn't chew ice if you have fillings, braces, ...