{"id":565,"date":"2026-04-17T18:18:08","date_gmt":"2026-04-17T18:18:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/?p=565"},"modified":"2026-04-20T18:20:03","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T18:20:03","slug":"a-guide-to-four-dental-challenges-teens-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/a-guide-to-four-dental-challenges-teens-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"A Guide to 4 Common Dental Challenges Teens Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Take a moment to think back to your teens. The challenges you faced may be vastly different as an adult, but you might wish you had help back then. You may want to be that supportive pillar your loved one can lean on, but it\u2019s important to familiarize yourself with what can impact them. This is especially true about their blossoming smile, so here are four problems that can affect your teen\u2019s oral health<\/a> and tips to help them avoid trouble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1.)  Troubling Wisdom Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The last set of teeth to come in are the third molars. They typically erupt between the late teen years and early 20s, but they can be troublesome for some. It’s possible they don’t fully push through the gumline or come in at an angle, which can cause your teen serious discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not only that, but they may develop misalignment as well because of the pressure they put on the teeth nearby. Talking to their dentist can ensure these structures won’t be a problem later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.)  Dental-Related Injuries from Sports<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If your loved one plays sports for school or engages in any other physical activity, then they may be at a higher risk of a facial blow. While accidents may be the name of the game, you should make sure they are following proper safety procedures. This is especially true for mouthguards, as this handy appliance can absorb impacts to their smile, preventing chips and cracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.)  Stress, Habits, and Outside Pressures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your teen might be stressed about upcoming exams and start cramming for them, but this can affect their oral health. If they grind or clench their teeth, then this habit can lead to damage or increased wear. Many also often use energy drinks to help them stay awake while studying, but the sugar and acids in them weaken enamel and can cause cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Social media can also have an impact because of the beauty standards they see online. They might try out DIY hacks to give them a gorgeous grin that can be harmful in the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.)  E-Cigarettes, Vapes, and Tobacco<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many teens experiment with things like smoking during these years. E-cigarettes, vapes, and tobacco might be some things they are interested in, but it’s important to understand the impact they have on their gums. They can lead to infection, stains, and inflammation, all while being a risk factor for oral cancer. Try to have a calm but serious talk with your loved one; that way, they know the risks and know how to protect their smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Chester County Dental Arts<\/a>, you and your loved one benefit from a compassionate team of dentists<\/a>. We are happy to help the Thorndale community get the stronger teeth and gums they deserve with a wide range of treatments. By working with you and your teen, we can ensure they know how to build good oral habits that they take into adulthood. If your loved one needs their next checkup and cleaning, schedule an appointment<\/a> or call our office at (610) 383-1600.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Take a moment to think back to your teens. The challenges you faced may be vastly different as an adult, but you might wish you had help back then. You may want to be that supportive pillar your loved one can lean on, but it\u2019s important to familiarize yourself with what can impact them. This is especially true about their blossoming smile, so here are four problems that can affect your teen\u2019s oral health and […] (Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-565","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/565","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=565"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/565\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":567,"href":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/565\/revisions\/567"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=565"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=565"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.chestercountydentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=565"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}