{"id":167,"date":"2020-03-06T16:30:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-06T16:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marveldentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=167"},"modified":"2020-04-06T16:32:20","modified_gmt":"2020-04-06T16:32:20","slug":"5-tips-to-help-keep-your-mouth-healthy-during-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marveldentalcare.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/06\/5-tips-to-help-keep-your-mouth-healthy-during-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Tips to Help Keep Your Mouth Healthy During COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery alignright columns-1 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><ul class=\"blocks-gallery-grid\"><li class=\"blocks-gallery-item\"><figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.marveldentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_228697811__1586190335_74068.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-id=\"171\" data-full-url=\"https:\/\/www.marveldentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_228697811__1586190335_74068.jpg\" data-link=\"https:\/\/www.marveldentalcare.com\/blog\/?attachment_id=171\" class=\"wp-image-171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.marveldentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_228697811__1586190335_74068.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.marveldentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_228697811__1586190335_74068-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.marveldentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_228697811__1586190335_74068-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/li><\/ul><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The Texas governor recently extended Shelter in Place orders to run through the end of April, meaning that for the foreseeable future, you\u2019ll be spending more time in your home. With all of the extra time on your hands, it\u2019s a great time to focus on caring for your health and making sure that your teeth and gums stay problem-free until you can visit your dentist in Burleson for a checkup and cleaning again. Read on for 5 tips to keep your oral health on track during the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maintain a Nutritious Diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love to snack on sweets, self-isolating can be a tempting time in your life to indulge. However, in order to keep yourself healthy, you\u2019ll need to curb your sweet tooth and focus on maintaining a diet that\u2019s not high in sugars and carbohydrates. These substances are known to play a vital role in the formation of cavities, which can be difficult to maintain without preventive care from your dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Replace Your Toothbrush If You\u2019re Sick<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Professionals agree that it\u2019s important to regularly change out your toothbrush, which is why the American Dental Association recommends getting a new one every three months. This is also important to do if you\u2019re sick. Droplets that can spread viruses such as the flu and COVID-19 can easily become trapped in the bristles of brushes and transferred back into your mouth. Although there\u2019s little known about the SARS-CoV-2 and reinfection at the moment, it\u2019s best to be safe and switch out your toothbrush if you\u2019re sick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Curb Bad Oral Habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you tend to bite your nails, smoke, or regularly consume alcohol when you\u2019re stressed, being locked in your house during a global pandemic may make these habits spiral out of control. To protect your oral and overall wellbeing, try keeping bad habits at bay by distracting yourself from the monotony of your environment and endless stream of terrifying news by developing a regular exercise routine or throwing yourself into your work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid Taking Cough Medicine if You\u2019re Sick<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It just so happens that the COVID-19 pandemic falls into flu and allergy season, which can mean a lot of sneezing, coughing, and other signs of illness. Plus, one of the main symptoms for this deadly virus is coughing. If you\u2019re sick, be conscious about what type of medication you take. Cough syrups and lozenges are often high in sugars and other substances that are terrible for your oral health. Instead, try taking pills or a sugar-free medication. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep Up With Your Regular Dental Hygiene Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While you\u2019re self-isolating, the most important thing to do is stick to your dental hygiene routine. With regular and frequent brushing and flossing, you\u2019ll be able to maintain your oral health and avoid a stressful visit to your emergency dentist in Burleson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do experience severe oral pain during the Shelter in Place orders, contact your emergency dentist immediately to prevent the issue from getting any worse. With the right preventive measures in place and by remaining conscious of your habits and how they impact your health, you\u2019ll be able to keep your wellbeing on track while self-isolating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Jay Oza is an active member of several professional organizations and provides high-quality emergency dental care to all of his patients in need. He also takes numerous continuing education courses to stay up-to-date with the latest technology and techniques in his field. For questions or to schedule an emergency dental appointment, visit Marvel Dental\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marveldentalcare.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call 817-933-3883.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Texas governor recently extended Shelter in Place orders to run through the end of April, meaning that for the foreseeable future, you\u2019ll be spending more time in your home. 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