{"id":548,"date":"2026-05-05T18:34:15","date_gmt":"2026-05-05T18:34:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/?p=548"},"modified":"2026-05-15T18:36:03","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T18:36:03","slug":"things-you-should-never-put-in-your-mouth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/2026\/05\/05\/things-you-should-never-put-in-your-mouth\/","title":{"rendered":"Think Before You Chew: Things You Should Never Put in Your Mouth"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_286103895__1767994534_88766-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman smiling and holding two thumbs up\" class=\"wp-image-549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_286103895__1767994534_88766-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_286103895__1767994534_88766-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/AdobeStock_286103895__1767994534_88766.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While you might try your best to protect your smile from any harm, your risk of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a> is never zero. These situations can leave you stressed and worried about your oral health, but there are ways you can prevent them. By brushing and flossing twice daily, you can help your teeth be stronger, but you should also avoid certain habits. In fact, some things you chew on can be trouble. Here are four things you should never put in your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.) &nbsp;Ice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you finish a cool drink, you might be tempted to gnaw on the leftover ice cubes. As innocent as this may seem, they are especially hard and brittle. They cause tiny cracks in your enamel when you bite into them, which can lead to damage over time. Restorations can also be affected, so simply let them melt in your mouth or ask for light amounts!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.) &nbsp;Bottle Caps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need help opening a bottle, you might use your teeth to get a good grasp. However, both plastic and metal caps can strain your jaw or lead to chips and cracks. The best way to avoid trouble is by using the right tool for the job or by asking for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.) &nbsp;Fingernails<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Biting your fingernails might be a nervous habit of yours, but they are especially tough. The keratin they\u2019re made from can lead to increased wear and tear on your smile. Not only that, but sensitivity might also be possible. Getting rid of this habit might be tough, so try another way to relieve your anxiety, like with a stress ball.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.) &nbsp;Pen Caps and Pencils<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you write something down, you might stop to think about what comes next. When you\u2019re deep in thought, make sure your pencil or pen doesn\u2019t find its way into your mouth. Gnawing on the end or cap can wear your teeth down much faster than normal. Stick to chewing sugar-free gum instead, as it\u2019s much safer for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the end, if you have any of the above habits, then try your best to break them. While they might not seem like serious issues, they can have a big impact on your grin if you aren\u2019t careful. That way, you can protect it and avoid an urgent visit to your dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the practice of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/meet-dr-fisher.html\">Dr. David M. Fisher, Jr.<\/a>, our team is proud to serve patients throughout Greensboro with compassionate, high-quality dental care. If you&#8217;re dealing with a painful or damaged tooth, we&#8217;re here to help with urgent visits. By getting you in as soon as possible, you can get the treatment you need to fix what\u2019s ailing you. If you want to do your part in preventing dental emergencies, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/contact.html\">schedule an appointment<\/a> or call our office at <strong>(336) 288-1242.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While you might try your best to protect your smile from any harm, your risk of a dental emergency is never zero. These situations can leave you stressed and worried about your oral health, but there are ways you can prevent them. 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