{"id":14,"date":"2020-06-17T19:17:00","date_gmt":"2020-06-17T19:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/?p=14"},"modified":"2020-07-13T19:21:11","modified_gmt":"2020-07-13T19:21:11","slug":"edison-dentist-5-summer-oral-health-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/2020\/06\/17\/edison-dentist-5-summer-oral-health-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips to Keep Your Smile Sunny This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/AdobeStock_57452419__1591736609_73131-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman in sunhat smiles after visiting her Edison dentist\" class=\"wp-image-15\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/AdobeStock_57452419__1591736609_73131-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/AdobeStock_57452419__1591736609_73131-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/AdobeStock_57452419__1591736609_73131.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that it\u2019s finally summer, it\u2019s time to kick back, relax, and have fun! However, enjoying all your favorite seasonal foods and activities can be tough on your oral health. The last thing you need is for your fun in the sun to be cut short by a cavity or broken tooth. Thankfully, a few simple precautions can ensure your smile stays happy, healthy, and intact all season long. Here\u2019s how your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/about.html\">Edison dentist<\/a> recommends protecting your oral health while enjoying summertime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1: Don\u2019t Forget to Brush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The warm summer months are an excellent time to go on family vacations or simply relax at home. Wherever you\u2019re going, don\u2019t forget to keep up your daily dental routine. Although this habit can be easy to forget or put off or forget, it\u2019s one of the best ways to prevent issues like tooth decay, gum disease, and oral infections. Make sure you\u2019re taking the time to brush for at least two minutes twice a day, flossing daily, and rinsing with mouthwash regularly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2: Enjoy Summer Activities Safely<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many of us will be heading to the pool, the skating rink, and the park to enjoy some summer sports and seasonal activities. If you\u2019re planning on playing a contact sport, you should always wear a properly fitting mouthguard to protect your teeth. Your smile can get seriously injured while you\u2019re at the pool as well. It\u2019s essential to follow pool safety rules like don\u2019t run on wet surfaces, don\u2019t jump into shallow areas of the pool, and always be aware of how close you are to the concrete lip of the pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3: Eat Smile-Friendly Summer Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This time of year, ice cream, soda, and other sugary snacks are in abundance, which can quickly lead to summertime cavities. The easiest way to lower your risk of tooth decay is to keep unhealthy foods out of the house or at least out of sight. Instead, stock up on snacks that can improve your oral health, like foods that are calcium-rich, high in fiber, and contain a lot of vitamin C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #4: Stay Hydrated the Right Way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As the temperatures rise, you\u2019ll probably be reaching for your favorite drink to quench your thirst. Unfortunately, most popular beverages like sports drinks and fruit juices are high in both sugar content and acidity. Instead of sipping on items that burn through your enamel, make water your drink of choice this summer. Not only does water wash away other particles in your mouth that can cause cavities, but most tap water is fortified with fluoride and can make your teeth even stronger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #5: Take a Trip to See Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While it may not be the first activity that comes to mind, summer is the perfect time to get your biannual dental checkup. You\u2019ll likely have more availability to schedule a visit and any necessary follow up appointments. Seeing your dentist early in the summer can help prevent any small issues before they can develop into larger issues while you\u2019re away on vacation. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t forget about your oral health this summer! Use these simple yet effective tips to keep your smile sunny all season long.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Dr. Hiren H. Shah of Signature Smiles has been serving the families of Edison, NJ for well over a decade now. He uses state-of-the-art dental technology alongside an array of patient amenities to ensure every appointment is as comfortable, effective, and pleasant as possible. With over 1,000 hours of continuing education in a variety of advanced topics and an active membership in the American Dental Association, he is able to help you overcome nearly any oral health issue that stands between you and your ideal smile. If you\u2019d like more tips on keeping your smile healthy this summer, he encourages you to contact him via his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or at <strong>(908) 834-8448.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now that it\u2019s finally summer, it\u2019s time to kick back, relax, and have fun! However, enjoying all your favorite seasonal foods and activities can be tough on your oral health. The last thing you need is for your fun in the sun to be cut short by a cavity or broken tooth. 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