Summer vacation is almost here, which means that families are getting ready for whatever it is that their June and July are going to entail. Whether you’re taking a trip across the country, across the state, or just to grab a popsicle from the fridge occasionally, there’s one thing you ought not to forget: your family’s oral health!
Summer can be a little troublesome for you and your family’s teeth, particularly if you aren’t cautious. Here are a few tips to help you get through this summer with a smile!
Watch Your Diet
Without a doubt, one of the best things about summer is the food. Ice cream, barbecues, and watermelon are all absolute essentials this time of year, but if you’re conscientious about your oral health, you might want to think a little bit about how the foods that you eat will impact your teeth.
You can still indulge in summer sweets occasionally but be sure to do so judiciously and to clean your teeth thoroughly afterward.
Stay Hydrated
Staying hydrated is incredibly important for a variety of health reasons, not the least of which is your oral health. The flow of saliva in the mouth is important for breaking down food particles and washing them away, preventing gum disease.
If you’re dehydrated, you might suffer from dry mouth. This can increase your chances of developing tooth decay and gum disease, particularly if you’re also overindulging in sweets. For this reason, you should make it a point to stay as hydrated as possible during your vacation.
See Your Dentist Before Your Trip
If you’re taking a trip this summer, you and your family might want to visit the dentist before you leave. This will give them an opportunity to check for any emerging oral health issues, preventing them from becoming serious.
This is especially crucial if you’re going out of town, as if you wind up with a dental emergency while you’re gone you will have to deal with a dentist that you’ve never met before, and that doesn’t know your family.
If you’re interested in protecting you and your family’s smile this summer, following these guidelines will make it easy.
About Our Practice
At True North Dental Group, we offer our patients dental care that is truly comprehensive. This means we do much more than just treat your teeth—we talk to you, get to know you, and give you the tools you need to maintain your smile. Whether you’re an old friend of ours or you’ve never stepped foot in our office before, we can promise you our undivided attention from beginning to end.
If you have any questions about your oral hygiene, he can be reached at his website or by phone at (518) 563-7620.