{"id":145,"date":"2022-11-01T19:05:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-01T19:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drgeorgesalem.com\/blog\/?p=145"},"modified":"2024-03-18T19:07:13","modified_gmt":"2024-03-18T19:07:13","slug":"getting-ready-for-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drgeorgesalem.com\/blog\/2022\/11\/01\/getting-ready-for-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Ready for Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/drgeorgesalem.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/winter-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-146\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Winter Is Coming.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let\u2019s look at some easy steps you can take to keep your teeth and gums healthy during this icy season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Remember to Hydrate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dehydration is dangerous for your health in general, and it\u2019s also bad for your dental health. A dry mouth is more vulnerable to gum disease and tooth decay because there\u2019s less saliva to help maintain a healthy oral environment. Saliva helps wash away food particles and bacteria, works to neutralize the cavity-causing acids they produce, and strengthens tooth enamel with its mineral content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer means heat and perspiration\u2014two obvious causes of dehydration. Winter, though, has its own more subtle ways to dry you out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Just as you lose moisture through summer perspiration, you lose moisture with a winter workout as well. That foggy cloud you see when you exhale outdoors? That\u2019s water vapor leaving your body.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cold weather means it\u2019s time to kick up the heating system a few degrees. But unlike heated summer outdoor air, heated winter indoor air is not as humid, so it\u2019s more drying.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some of us just aren\u2019t as thirsty during winter months, and so we don\u2019t hydrate as regularly as we do in the summer. And while summer menus tend to offer foods like salad, fruits, and iced drinks which automatically provide us with a lot of water content, winter menus? Not so much. Keep up with your daily recommended amount of water throughout the year for a healthier body and healthier teeth and gums.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wear Your Mouthguard<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it\u2019s skiing, hockey, snowboarding, or skating, those winter sports can be hard on your teeth. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to wear your mouthguard when you\u2019re getting the most out of the snow and ice. Mouthguards help prevent injuries to your teeth and provide protection for your jaw and mouth, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And a sport doesn\u2019t have to involve snow and ice to be a winter hazard for your teeth. The combination of hard courts, flying elbows, and body contact make basketball a leader in the dental injuries competition. In fact, any sport which involves potential falls or personal contact is a good candidate for a mouthguard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mouthguards are available in several forms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One-size-fits-all, pre-formed mouthguards can be found in drugstores and sporting goods stores.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cBoil-and-bite\u201d models are warmed in hot water and then shaped when you bite down. The fit is somewhat more comfortable than a stock guard.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Custom-made guards from your dentist are precisely molded to your teeth and mouth, letting you speak and breathe more comfortably.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven\u2019t gotten a mouthguard yet, or your old high school guard was retired years ago, talk to the doctor about a custom guard.&nbsp; While the over-the-counter options are better than going unprotected, a custom mouthguard fits your teeth perfectly\u2014and comfortably!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Get to the Bottom of Winter Sensitivity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That first breath of frosty air might be more alarming than invigorating when tooth pain and sensitivity makes being out in the cold an unpleasant experience. Sensitivity to cold air or warm winter drinks can be an important symptom, caused by a number of dental conditions such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cracked teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cavities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exposed dentin (the layer of the tooth underneath your enamel)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Receding gums<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over-vigorous brushing<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If the cold weather is keeping you indoors because of oral sensitivity, give us a call.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though this can be a very busy time of year, if you\u2019re due for a checkup and cleaning at our Braintree, Massachusetts office, or if you have any concerns about your teeth and gums, make time for your dental health. We want to make sure you\u2019re ready to enjoy every frosty moment of the season!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. 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