The coronavirus
(COVID-19) the crisis is an ongoing problem and is affecting all aspects of our
lives. Many of us are under stress and
it can have negative effects on our oral and dental health. Here is some information on maintaining your
oral and dental health during the COVID-19 crisis.
Maintain good dental and oral hygiene
daily
· Maintain a daily routine of brushing
and flossing your teeth 2 times per day to prevent tooth decay and gum
infection
· Brushing and flossing your teeth reduce
plaque (bacteria) build-up
§ Keep your toothbrush clean. If you were
sick with a cold or flu, replace with a new toothbrush
· Rinsing your mouth with mouthwash also
helps to reduce plaque build-up
· Use fluoridated toothpaste
Maintain a healthy diet
· Avoid excessive snacking with starchy
foods and drinks
· Avoid alcohol and tobacco products
· Avoid chewing on ice, hard/sticky candies,
popcorn, peanut brittle or hard foods that can crack a tooth or damaged fillings
· Good hydration is important for oral
health. Drinking water is excellent to
keep you hydrated.
Relax your jaw
· Teeth grinding and jaw clenching are
common responses to high-stress situations. You may experience headaches,
earaches and jaw pain
· Take breaks throughout the day to relax
your facial muscles and stretch your jaw
· Practice stress management techniques
before bed like breathing exercises
· Make sure to mention the teeth grinding
and jaw clenching problems to Dr. Lee at your next dental appointment
Do the best you can
to maintain good oral hygiene, a healthy diet and relax during this challenging
time.
Dr. Anna Lee is a general & cosmetic
dentist in Glendora, CA.
She is experienced in all phases of dentistry. She treats patients of all ages. Call our dental office at 626-335-5114 to schedule a dental
checkup or visit us at www.annaleedds.com. We
look forward to seeing all of our patients again soon!
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