Summertime Oral Hygiene Tips
Are you ready for the summer season to officially start? We certainly are! After the winter cold, there is nothing like the warmer weather and the opportunity to spend time outdoors. With summer plans, we know that it can get tricky to maintain your oral hygiene routine. This is particularly important to our child and teen patients. We want to give some tips on how to keep your child’s teeth healthy all summer long. Continue reading to learn these helpful tips.
Summer Dental Tips for Kids
Whether you have a child or not, you probably know a young one or teen who is thrilled for summer. Summer is a time of no school, sleeping in, longer days, playing outside, swimming, and vacationing. With all the fun, it is very easy to enjoy the carefree days of summer and loosen up on the regular routine, such as dental care. You can get swept up in the fun times and forget about brushing and flossing your teeth. We would hate for your summer fun to lead to serious problems and complications with your oral health in the fall and winter. Here are two helpful tips to ensure your young one’s teeth remain healthy:
Choose Healthy Snacks
If you have a child, teen, or young person in your life, then you know that their stomachs become bottomless during the summer. It may seem like they are constantly asking for something to eat. Be sure to have plenty of healthy snacks on hand. Healthy grab-and-go snacks can be great for your children on day trips and long car rides. Some suggestions are:
- Fresh fruit
- Carrot sticks, celery, and dip
- Nuts
- Cheese and crackers
- Yogurt
- Cheese sticks
- Lunch meat roll-ups
Brush and Floss As Usual
If you have a long night, you may be tempted to let your child fall asleep without brushing their teeth. It is important that your child brush and floss their teeth every morning and every nigh. It is especially imperative if your child is receiving orthodontic treatment. It is very easy for bacteria to build up and turn into decay.
Summer is a perfect time to schedule your next hygiene examination and cleaning. Don’t hesitate to reach out to our office if you or a loved one experiences any dental emergencies this summer. We look forward to seeing you and your family at our office, which is located in Kewaskum, WI, soon!
