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The 15 Fastest Ways to Ruin Your Teeth

By: Emily Lockhart on Thursday, October 24th

You brush twice daily, floss, go to yearly dental check-ups; you even got your teeth whitened last year, but is your smile is less than sparkling?

It might be your diet or a bad habit that’s messing with your teeth. Here’s a list of the 15 absolute worst foods, habits, and beverages for your teeth and gums…

1. Grinding Teeth

Maybe you started grinding your teeth in your sleep. Or perhaps it’s your go-to stress reliever when the heat rises at work. Whatever the case, grinding your pearly whites will eventually wear down your enamel so much that you’ll end up with tooth decay and serious pain. To prevent this habit, try wearing a mouth guard while you sleep.

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