{"id":26,"date":"2020-04-22T16:09:30","date_gmt":"2020-04-22T16:09:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/?p=26"},"modified":"2020-04-22T16:09:30","modified_gmt":"2020-04-22T16:09:30","slug":"5-oral-hygiene-tips-during-covid-19","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/22\/5-oral-hygiene-tips-during-covid-19\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Oral Hygiene Tips During COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_45061053__1587571318_82442-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"person cleaning their bathroom \" class=\"wp-image-27\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_45061053__1587571318_82442-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_45061053__1587571318_82442-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_45061053__1587571318_82442.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While you\u2019re self-isolating, it\u2019s important to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">take preventive measures<\/a> in order to optimize and protect your oral and overall wellbeing. Plus, with all of the extra time on your hands, it would help occupy your time in a positive way! Read on to learn about five oral health tips that will protect your smile and your wellbeing while you\u2019re self-isolating during COVID-19. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wash Your Hands Before Brushing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Because several viruses and other illnesses can be spread\nvia germs and bacteria that come into contact with your mucous membrane (eyes,\nnose, and mouth), it\u2019s important to always wash your hands before brushing and\nflossing your teeth. This can also help prevent the introduction of foreign\nbacteria into your mouth that can impact your oral health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stick to Your Daily Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Self-isolating and spending most of your time at home can\ncause your daily routine to completely change. During this time, it\u2019s important\nto keep up with your dental hygiene at home to avoid oral health problems. Even\nthough your emergency dentist is still treating patients, it\u2019s probably best to\navoid any additional stress during these uncertain times. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prevent Unnecessary Runs To The Store<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The CDC recommends social distancing and avoiding contact\nwith other people whenever necessary to slow the spread of COVID-19. That also\nmeans limiting your trips to public spaces such as grocery stores, even though\nthey\u2019re still open. A good way to do this is by using only what you need. For\nexample, you only need 18 inches of dental floss to properly clean between your\nteeth and about a pea-sized dab of toothpaste. For these types of products, a\nlittle goes a long way!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sanitize Your Toothbrush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To prevent bacteria accumulation on the handle of your toothbrush,\nyou can sanitize it by placing it in boiling water for five minutes or wiping\nthe handle with a disinfectant wipe. Also, remember to switch out your toothbrush\nwhen you\u2019re sick to prevent becoming re-infected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clean Your Toothbrush Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know that one of the dirtiest objects in your\nhousehold is your toothbrush holder? These are the perfect breeding ground for\nbacteria because they\u2019re wet, dark, and rarely disturbed. Many people forget to\ncheck the bottom of the holder for gunk buildup, which allows it to continue to\ngrow and even transfer to your toothbrush handle and eventually to your mouth.\nYou can keep this from happening by regularly running your holder through the\ndishwasher or soaking it in hot water and bleach and rinsing it out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Self-isolation is a great time to reflect on your oral\nhabits and optimize your oral and overall health by tweaking the way that you\ncare for your smile. With these five tips, you\u2019ll be able to prevent germ\naccumulation, illness, and oral health problems from developing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Aaron Springhetti is passionate about creating\nlong-lasting patient relationships and providing the highest quality of care. During\nthe COVID-19 crisis, Springhetti Dentistry will be open to diagnose and treat dental\nemergencies only. For questions or to schedule an emergency appointment during\nCOVID-19, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springhettidentistry.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>\nor call 317-875-7645.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While you\u2019re self-isolating, it\u2019s important to take preventive measures in order to optimize and protect your oral and overall wellbeing. Plus, with all of the extra time on your hands, it would help occupy your time in a positive way! 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