Dentist warned about the dangerous consequences of the habit of chewing ice

The habit of chewing ice is dangerous for both teeth and the jaw joint. About this on Wednesday, July 29, in an interview with Lenta.Ru the dentist Margarita Uzakova warned.

According to her, ice is a very hard material, so it takes much more effort to crack it than when chewing ordinary food. This puts additional strain on the temporomandibular joint and can worsen pre-existing problems.

The doctor also noted that a sharp temperature drop in contact with ice can cause microcracks on the enamel that are invisible to the eye and increases the risk of chipping. For those who like to crunch, the specialist advised replacing ice with apples or carrots, and drinking cold drinks through a straw to reduce the effects of low temperatures on teeth.

The doctor added that an irresistible desire to chew ice is called pagophagia and may be a symptom of iron deficiency anemia. When this habit appears, she recommended that you first consult a therapist and get tested for ferritin and hemoglobin levels.

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Medical Xpress magazine wrote on July 27 that carbonated water is safer for teeth than sugary sodas. The reason is not only the sugar, but also the acidity.

On July 24, dentist Yegana Marufidi told how to act in case of chipped or complete tooth loss in a child. The tooth fragments should be collected and placed in water or milk. If the tooth is knocked out entirely, it must be delivered to a doctor, writes RT.

Before that, on July 22, Maria Belyaeva, a dentist-therapist, in an interview with IA Regnum, noted that in case of problems with teeth or gums, special therapeutic pastes should be used, but they should be alternated with conventional hygiene products with calcium. The doctor also advised to consider possible allergic reactions to the components of the paste.

Dentist Pavel Lysenkov said on July 21 that the consumption of sugary drinks, frequent snacking and sudden changes in food temperatures can lead to enamel damage, caries and gum inflammation.

In June, dentist Anastasia Hritova, in a conversation with the Moscow City News agency, said that the younger generation was more likely to experience tooth decay due to stress and lack of vitamins. Malocclusion and the habit of chewing pencils and pens also lead to tooth damage.

Hematologist and chemotherapist Ramilya Golubenko previously noted that ice-eating cravings in adults can signal health problems, including iron deficiency or anemia. This habit is dangerous for teeth, gums and stomach, and can also lead to poisoning. 360.ru .