10/16/2026
We have all been tempted to use our teeth to open a plastic package, rip off a price tag, or bite through a piece of tape when scissors are out of reach. But using your teeth as tools is one of the fastest ways to chip or crack your enamel!
While tooth enamel is remarkably strong under straight vertical chewing pressure, it is not built for the twisting, sideways forces created when tearing objects. That unnatural pressure can cause sudden chips, loosen existing fillings, or create microscopic hairline cracks that lead to temperature sensitivity.
Protect your natural tooth structure by grabbing proper scissors instead! If you already have a chipped or rough tooth that needs smoothing or restoring, our team at Henday Dental is here to help.
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