Ever run your tongue over your teeth and suddenly notice a tiny rough or jagged edge that you don’t remember being there before? In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Sharmishtha Lad, dentist and healthcare entrepreneur, explained the role of teeth grinding, acidic foods, and other daily habits. Teeth naturally change with time, and small rough edges can sometimes develop as a result of everyday wear and tear.
Everyday habits can also play a role. These habits may seem harmless, but repeated stress can affect the edges of the teeth. The important thing is not to try to smooth or correct a rough edge yourself. Teeth can withstand considerable everyday use, but repeated stress and habits can gradually change their structure. Understanding what may be causing the change is the first step towards protecting the teeth from further wear.
“Biting on hard objects such as ice, pens, nails, or bottle caps can put sudden pressure on the teeth and cause small chips or rough spots,” highlighted Dr Sharmishtha.
