The Hazards of Chewing Ice (And Why You Can’t Seem to Stop)

Spring has officially begun, which means that temperatures are already starting to rise and people are looking to cool off however they can. One way that people tend to do that is by chewing ice, which can cause dentists a little bit of concern this time of year.

While it can be satisfying, ice chewing can cause all kinds of problems for your oral health, including some serious dental emergencies. Here are a few examples, and what you can do to kick the habit.