{"id":397,"date":"2023-06-06T20:09:27","date_gmt":"2023-06-06T20:09:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weldondentistry.com\/blog\/?p=397"},"modified":"2023-08-08T20:20:32","modified_gmt":"2023-08-08T20:20:32","slug":"4-quick-tips-for-a-healthy-summer-smile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weldondentistry.com\/blog\/4-quick-tips-for-a-healthy-summer-smile\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Quick Tips for a Healthy Summer Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It\u2019s summertime, and with school out of session, it\u2019s an ideal time to take a break from some of our usual routines and responsibilities. There are some tasks you will want to keep up with, though, including consistent oral hygiene. Continue reading to learn a few ways you can keep your grin in tip-top condition!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Visit Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before you head out for vacation, be sure to make an appointment with your dentist for a checkup<\/a>. This will ensure that any minor issues are caught and addressed before you leave. You wouldn\u2019t want to ignore that toothache just to have to find an emergency clinic while you\u2019re out of town! Give yourself peace of mind by seeing a professional before you leave so you can fully kick back and relax later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drink Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Temperatures have soared to record-breaking heights this year, and all that heat can leave your entire system dehydrated. No good can come from that! Drink plenty of water as a general practice so your body can self-regulate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinking water also benefits your mouth specifically. It naturally flushes any food particles or germs when you drink, so there\u2019s less chance of developing plaque or tartar. Also, many public sources treat their water with fluoride which actively strengthens your pearly whites. When you\u2019re looking for something refreshing to enjoy, reach for a glass of cold tap water!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Skip Carbonated Drinks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It can be so tempting to grab an icy soda to cool down if you\u2019ve been out all day, but remember that carbonated beverages contain harmful ingredients, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n