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The weather is cooling down\u2014finally. Doesn\u2019t it seem like the hotter weather lasts forever nowadays? Either way, it\u2019s common for people to become sick from the weather changing. If you\u2019re feeling less than great lately, your dentist wants you to know it\u2019s still important to take care of your teeth\u2014even when you don\u2019t feel like doing anything else. When you have a cold, taking care of your body is your top priority and that includes your teeth!<\/p>\n
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When you\u2019re sick, the common practice is to cover your mouth when you cough and sneeze. Why is that? Many of the germs that cause sickness can harbor in your mouth.<\/p>\n
Another rule to follow while you\u2019re sick is to never share your toothbrush\u2014no matter what. According to the Centers for Disease Control, the flu virus can survive for up to 72 hours in moist areas. Store your toothbrush is a dry, ventilated area. Be sure to replace your toothbrush as not to re-infect yourself after you recover from your sickness.<\/p>\n
This may sound gross, but if you\u2019re sick enough to have thrown up, be sure to rinse your mouth out immediately. Vomit may contain acids from your stomach that can erode your teeth. You might be tempted to brush your teeth right away, but the acid may still be present on your teeth. Scrubbing them may further erode your teeth. Wait a half an hour to brush and thoroughly rinse your mouth instead.<\/p>\n
When you\u2019re sick, you need plenty of fluids to fully recover. One reason is to prevent a dry mouth for the benefit of your breath and oral health, along with needing to stay hydrated while taking medications. Sure, drinking water is great and will help you get over your illness, but if you must drink other substances try to keep them sugar free.<\/p>\n
Many people say to drink Gatorade or something with electrolytes, but those drinks may also contain high levels of acid. It\u2019s safest to stay hydrated with water or by eating soups.<\/p>\n
Medicine never tastes good, so some companies may add high-fructose corn syrup to your cough drops. Be sure to avoid these high-sugar cough drops that taste like candy. The longer you suck on these sugary cough drops, the more time cavity-causing bacteria has to feast on that sugar, which produces the acid that can leave tooth decay to ruin your teeth.<\/p>\n
Hopefully, these helpful tips will speed up your recovery while keeping your smile healthy all at the same time.<\/p>\n
Here at Mitchell Smile Design, we believe in making sure that your whole body is taken care\u2014not just your mouth. If you ever need helpful dental advice, you can feel free to contact our office. Our assistance will keep your overall health in good shape and your smile shining for years to come!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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