Healthy Back-to-School Smiles
With the summer months coming to an end, it’s important to keep healthy dental routines to avoid opening the door to cavities and other dental concerns.
Here are three simple ways that kids and adults can take extra-good care of their teeth while savoring the last of the summer months.
Stick with a Regular Brushing and Flossing Routine
Whether you’re staying up late to roast marshmallows or night swim with friends, don’t fall into bed without brushing your teeth. It’s important to brush and floss consistently, no matter how busy your family gets during the summer. You want to make sure that at back-to-school time, your families dental health is in good shape.
Keep an Eye on Sugary Drinks and Snacks
We all love a sweet sip or bite while we’re watching the game, attending a block party or lounging by the pool. With a little moderation, you can enjoy a few treats and maintain a healthy mouth too.
Watch your family’s intake of lemonade, juice and soda. Think of sugary drinks as something to have once in a while. For hydration and overall health, drink regular, fluoridated water with meals and snacks.
Continuous snacking – a common summer habit – can be hard on the teeth. It’s better to enjoy healthy meals and drink plain water in between. This gives saliva the chance to naturally cleanse our mouths, washing away leftover food and strengthening the structure of our teeth.
Schedule Back-to-School Dental Visits
Many schools require back-to-school dental visits for certain grades. But even if they’re not mandatory, late-summer dental appointments are a healthy idea. These end-of-summer visits gives your dentist the chance to deal with any concerns so your child won’t have to miss class once school starts.
Seeing the dentist regularly is a healthy habit that parents can help kids embrace. It will definitely make a lifelong difference in their dental health.
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