Hot to Cold: How Temperature Shocks Damage Your Teeth (Dentist’s Warning)

The Effects of Alternating Cold and Hot on Your Teeth
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"Can drinking cold water then hot soup crack teeth?"
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"Why do my teeth hurt when I eat ice cream after coffee?"
As a dental expert with 20 years of experience, I’ve seen many patients damage their teeth by exposing them to extreme temperature changes—like drinking ice-cold water and then immediately eating scalding hot soup. Here’s what happens inside your mouth and why it’s harmful over time.



















