People who bite their fingernails when stressed, chew on a pencil when nervous or clench their jaw during activities such as playing sports, working out at the gym or sleeping (night grinding) could be placing their teeth at a great risk of being worn down. These unnatural chewing or biting forces can wear down teeth quite fast and puts stress on your teeth which can cause them to misalign or even fracture in some cases. It is better to put an end to this before it becomes a habit. Make an appointment with us to get the best solutions to protect your teeth.
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