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Can you tell me docs, is chewing 'chewing gum' bad for health?
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Yes and no: A lot of sugar in gum will cause cavities. Gum with abrasives as whiteners will erode enamel the white of your teeth A lot of constant chewing may worsen or flare up TMJ Increased bloating if you swallow a lot of air. However there are no real dangerous health issues with gum chewing
Answered 5/14/2014
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