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The 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. 14: Albuquerque, N.M.

While Albuquerque is one of the fittest cities in the country according to Men's Health magazine, and that can contribute to overall teeth health (since exercise boosts circulation to your gums), the state ranks no. 49 in dentists per capita (according to statehealthfacts.org) and no. 41 in dental visits*, which means many residents aren't taking regular care of their teeth. Dr. Smigel says regular dentist visits are important to remove tartar, which can only be done professionally. Albuquerque also has hard water, which can stain teeth, and a dry climate, which can contribute to gum disease by limiting saliva.

*According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System Survey Data, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

See Next Page: No. 13: Little Rock, Ark.

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

by MizzMonroe 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 Benahir 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

I think this report, especially from my city, is ridiculouly inaccurate.. Nevada bad teeth? We live near Los Angeles.. where teeth are so white you actually see the teeth walking in before the people.. I have so many friends and co-workers, clients I work with that have excellent teeth because they do care about their teeth as far as I know.. I surely do and I find these ridiculous stories to be unfounded except for very poverty ridden areas. There is no way I would miss a cleaning, anything because teeth and gum health is extremely important. I work out all the time, take vitamins, I still drink Starbucks and my own coffee and I drink tea as well and I like red wine here and there.. My teeth are white, they're well taken care of and to state that people don't take care of their teeth?? well that must go by individuals... because some PEOPLE CARE ABOUT THEIR HEALTH AND APPEARANCE..

by NewYorkgal99 Tuesday, October 25, 2011 at 11:01PM Report as inappropriate