Did you know that researchers estimate that Americans eat around 15 billion quarts of popcorn every year? Needless to say, it’s a pretty popular snack, and it’s hard to imagine going to a movie theater, ballpark, or food court and there being a lack of popcorn. Despite its popularity, there’s probably been a time when you found yourself frustrated while eating it due to the hulls and kernels that can become stuck in your teeth. But did you know this can be more than a mere annoyance, and has the potential to cause serious damage that warrants emergency dental care? Continue reading to learn more about how eating popcorn can potentially harm your smile, along with a few good alternative snacks worth considering.
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