{"id":56,"date":"2020-04-20T18:35:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-20T18:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/?p=56"},"modified":"2020-05-11T18:35:32","modified_gmt":"2020-05-11T18:35:32","slug":"how-to-keep-your-smile-healthy-until-your-dentist-reopens","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/20\/how-to-keep-your-smile-healthy-until-your-dentist-reopens\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Your Smile Healthy Until Your Dentist Reopens"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"155\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_334407639__1588798921_32345-300x155.jpg\" alt=\"Door sign reading &quot;CLOSED COVID-19&quot; until your Midland dentist reopens. \" class=\"wp-image-57\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_334407639__1588798921_32345-300x155.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_334407639__1588798921_32345-768x396.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_334407639__1588798921_32345.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Has your dentist temporarily closed their practice in response to the COVID-19 pandemic? While most are still treating dental emergencies, regular checkups and cleanings are postponed until further notice. That means it\u2019s up to you to keep your oral health on track throughout the COVID-19 quarantine! Here are seven practical tips to keep your smile happy and healthy until your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">Midland dentist<\/a> reopens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.) Practice Healthy Hygiene at Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A few adjustments to your regular at-home dental routine can help lower your chances of getting sick. Keep yourself and your home healthy every day by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Washing your hands before and after brushing your teeth.<\/li><li>Brushing your teeth for two minutes twice a day and flossing daily.<\/li><li>Regularly disinfecting high-traffic areas like countertops, sink handles, and doorknobs.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.) Avoid the Store &amp; Conserve Your Toothpaste<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To prevent running out of toothpaste during quarantine, ensure you\u2019re only using a drop about the size of a pea. Remember to always use fluoridated toothpaste to keep your teeth strong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.) Try Homemade Oral Health Remedies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Call your dentist if you have an oral infection or toothache. If it doesn\u2019t require immediate urgent care, you can manage the symptoms at home by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Placing a cotton ball with a few drops of clove oil directly onto a painful tooth.<\/li><li>Rinsing your mouth with saltwater to treat oral infections and soothe inflamed gums.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.) Prevent Cavities &amp; Don\u2019t Munch Mindlessly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may be more prone to snacking mindlessly or stress eating while stuck at home during uncertain times. Lower your risk of tooth decay by limiting how often you eat and drinking lots of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5.) Choose Smile-Friendly Snacks Instead<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding a few healthy snacks into your daily diet can improve your oral health. Try eating more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Dairy products and lean proteins to fortify your teeth and jawbone.<\/li><li>Fruits, vegetables, and berries with vitamin C to promote healthy gums and fight off infection.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6.) Break Bad Chewing Habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Chewing on hard objects like pen caps, ice, or your fingernails when you\u2019re stressed or bored is a bad habit that can quickly chip or break your teeth. Try chewing on a piece of sugarless gum instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7.) Practice Managing Stress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re feeling stressed or anxious because of the COVID-19 pandemic, try practicing a few <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/coronavirus\/2019-ncov\/daily-life-coping\/managing-stress-anxiety.html\">stress management tips from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention<\/a>, like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Eating nutritious meals, getting enough sleep, and exercising regularly.<\/li><li>Limiting how much news about the pandemic you consume.<\/li><li>Sharing your thoughts and feelings with friends, family, or professionals.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Staying at home is the best way to slow the spread of COVID-19 and a great opportunity to build healthy habits. Use these seven helpful tips to keep yourself and your smile healthy until your dentist reopens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Dr. Laura Philipps\u2019 top priority has always been the health and safety of her patients, staff, and the community of Midland, TX. In compliance with Texas Governor Greg Abbott\u2019s stay at home orders put into motion on April 17<sup>th<\/sup>, 2020, she has made the difficult decision to temporarily close her practice. She encourages all her patients to practice regular handwashing and great at-home oral hygiene, and she looks forward to welcoming you back soon. She can be contacted via her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lauraphilippsdmd.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or at <strong>(432) 570-4433.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Has your dentist temporarily closed their practice in response to the COVID-19 pandemic? 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