14 Worst-Teeth Cities

These towns are no strangers to stains or decay -- hope your home didn't make the list

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No. 10: Las Vegas, Nev. Fortunately for Vegas residents, Nevada ranks low on natural teeth loss (no. 44, no. 1 is the worst). However, it's also low in dental visits (no. 45), humidity (which helps keep gums healthy) and has hard water to boot. It's average 5.75 gallons of wine a year isn't helping keep teeth white either. Plus, its rank as one of the nation's fattest cities means residents may not be eating many teeth-healthy foods (like celery, apples and carrots) or getting much exercise, which boosts gum circulation.

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Interesting information--definitely there is a link to how much cola you drink and what you eat to how well your teeth will fare.

by GigiSD Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 09:09PM Report as inappropriate

I feel like this isn't totally accurate...

by GingerDrink Thursday, November 8, 2012 at 03:21PM Report as inappropriate

I'm surprised Albany, NY, isn't on here. When I lived there for a short time, I met the most people (young adults included) with missing teeth. Apparently they don't put fluoride in the water there.

by princessempress_shanna Saturday, June 9, 2012 at 04:16PM Report as inappropriate

Yikes! I knew my city wouldn't be on the list though! :-)

by MizzPink Friday, May 18, 2012 at 01:59PM Report as inappropriate

As long as you care for your teeth you will be okay.

by beautybody Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 10:39AM Report as inappropriate

At least I know where NOT to move! =)

by powerwoman033 Sunday, March 18, 2012 at 06:13PM Report as inappropriate

Miami was voted best looking people by Travel and Leisure, we cant have bad teeth!

by miamishimmy Wednesday, February 1, 2012 at 07:29PM Report as inappropriate

wow shocking

by Nicole2814 Sunday, January 29, 2012 at 07:53PM Report as inappropriate

Well that is horrible. I am glad I am not a statistic. I stay away from colas and eat clean,brush and floss and exercise.

by tiffany_gallehugh Monday, November 14, 2011 at 11:43AM Report as inappropriate

I reshent this.

by bksanf01 Wednesday, October 26, 2011 at 08:39AM Report as inappropriate