The hardest substance in your body protects your teeth, called your enamel. Although it is exceptionally strong, it’s not indestructible. Statistics show 34% to 74% of adults between 30 to 50 years old have at least one chipped tooth. You might believe a fall or blow to your mouth are the only ways a tooth can break, but there’s another culprit. There are several foods that can chip teeth. You can safeguard your smile and avoid a trip to an emergency dentist by avoiding 5 foods.

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