{"id":118,"date":"2024-07-08T15:37:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-08T15:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/?p=118"},"modified":"2024-08-09T15:40:17","modified_gmt":"2024-08-09T15:40:17","slug":"summer-fun-thats-not-fun-for-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/2024\/07\/08\/summer-fun-thats-not-fun-for-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer Fun That Can Be Not So Fun for Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"Group of teenagers playing beach volleyball on the sand\" class=\"wp-image-119\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image.png 546w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You could definitely argue that the point of summer is to enjoy more activities while the weather is fair, time is free, and spirits are high. However, fun in the sun can be not so fun for your teeth. Besides the typical risk of injury involved with sports, there are some lesser-known <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental hazards<\/a> that often get overlooked. To be in the know and better protect your pearly whites, keep reading!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Plunging Into Scuba Diving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a niche pastime, but if you have access to this trendy activity, beware of diver\u2019s mouth syndrome and tooth squeeze! First time hearing these terms? Here\u2019s what they mean:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Diver\u2019s mouth syndrome: <\/strong>characterized by jaw pain, toothaches, and gum problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tooth squeeze:<\/strong> so-called because it stems from ill-fitting mouthpieces and atmospheric pressure. Diving with existing cavities, gum disease, or incomplete dental work increases your risk for this uncomfortable condition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The best thing you can do is check your equipment before your underwater excursions, and have your dentist check your teeth for potential complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chlorinated Swimming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Diving into a pool instead can present a different set of effects. Chlorine, when used in pool water, is acidic enough to wear down tooth enamel. Six hours of exposure in one week is all it takes to potentially develop swimmer\u2019s calculus, which is particularly stubborn plaque and tartar that only your dentist can remove. If left untreated, swimmer\u2019s calculus will grow into tooth decay or gum disease, and then what you\u2019ll be needing is an emergency dental visit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Garden Hose Cocktails<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Garden hoses are traditionally kept outside. So, have you ever thought about what you could be pressing your lips against when you take a quick drink? It can\u2019t be good! Plus, most hose water actually contains a plethora of harmful chemicals \u2013 such as lead. Without a filter or other chemical-safe guarantee, this type of water is even more hazardous than your public pool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Inflation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not economical inflation, but pool floaty inflation. Again, where do you store your inner tubes and pool noodles? Probably not in the most hygienic spot. Even if you have found a cleaner storage solution, there\u2019s still going to be bacteria on the various spouts. Make sure you wash these with soap before you inflate, or simply invest in a pump. And definitely don\u2019t take turns blowing your floaties up \u2013 spit exchanges are gross.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can still enjoy these special summer signatures. Just do so cautiously, and with proper preparation. When the season comes to a close, schedule a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/dental-checkups-and-cleanings.html\">checkup and cleaning<\/a> with your dentist. They\u2019ll make sure your teeth are happy and healthy after all your summer excursions!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Drs. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/meet-dr-travis-spillman.html\">Travis Spillman<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/meet-dr-jacquelyn-green.html\">Jacquelyn Green<\/a> prioritize giving their patients one-on-one attention so they can better care for their unique oral needs. Whether swimmer\u2019s calculus is grossing you out or you\u2019ve just realized how many floaties you\u2019ve inflated this summer, they\u2019ll treat you with prompt and quality care! To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalcenteroflakewood.com\/contact.html\">contact<\/a> their office, call 214-823-5253.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You could definitely argue that the point of summer is to enjoy more activities while the weather is fair, time is free, and spirits are high. However, fun in the sun can be not so fun for your teeth. 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