Protection For Your Smile
As we head into spring and summer and the weather gets warmer, most people will probably not be considering their teeth. While enjoying the warmer weather and getting exercise are beneficial, forgetting about oral care can be detrimental. Here are a few tips easy enough for anyone to remember:
1. Limit sports drink consumption
Sports drinks not only contain high amounts of sugar but also tend to have high acidity. Drinking too many highly acidic drinks can lead to erosion, staining, and hypersensitivity. Limiting the consumption of these products, as well as using a fluoride toothpaste, will help protect your smile
2. Stay hydrated with water
While sports drinks can damage teeth, water can help repair them. Water that is enriched with fluoride can help strengthen teeth by drawing important nutrients into them. Drinking water can help keep your body cool and hydrated as well.
3. Remember the mouth guard
About 40% of sports injuries involve the face, making the use of mouth guards extremely important. Smile Station Dental makes custom-fit mouth guards that decrease the chances of tooth loss while significantly reducing the chances for concussion.
All of this can help increase your performance as well as keep you safe while you enjoy the warm weather.
Source: http://bestdentistnews.com/2013/03/protection-for-your-smile-this-spring-and-summer/
R. Eric Emery, DDS
Smile Station Dental
2901 Dougherty Ferry Rd, Suite 400
St. Louis, MO 63122
(314)821-7100
smilestationdental.com
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