It is so very hot outside, which is something you know can be disastrous and dangerous for your health. Heat exhaustion, dehydration, and more are real risks that you face when you spend a lot of time dealing with high temps. Did you know that this can mean your smile is not quite as safe as it usually is, as well? Let our Conroe, TX practice run through things you may not have realized are danger zones and potential smile-damage culprits, so you’ve got your smile health all squared away even when temperatures are reaching their max!

Make Water Your Drink For The Day (And Keep Drinking)

When it’s super hot outside, you need to keep your smile health in mind because you’re more likely to become dehydrated. This is bad news for your health and for your mouth because you really need that moisture. When the environment in your mouth is too dry, it becomes more acidic, you are looking at a higher chance of decay, you will find that your mouth feels sort of gross (and probably smells and tastes bad, too). Drink more water than usual and make sure you’re not staying out in the heat too long!

Protect Your Face With A Hat

Our team suggests that when you’re outside for an extended period of time, consider wearing a hat. Remember that even if you’re loaded up with SPF (which we also suggest), you’re still exposing your delicate lip tissue and the rest of your face to the sun. As temperatures soar and you can more easily overheat and burn, every extra ounce of protection helps.

Don’t Give In To The Mirage Of Other Drinks

Yes, we know that lots of beverages look extremely refreshing, especially if they’re ice cold. Maybe you fancy a beer on a hot day. Perhaps any frozen drink looks amazing to you (and sounds even more exciting when it’s got a bit of alcohol in it). Or, you might be more of a lemonade person. Whatever the case, all of these beverages are either going to expose your teeth to acids or they’re going to dehydrate you (in the case of alcohol). Be careful and sip wisely to protect your smile health! Remember that when temperatures are running hot, drinking water, as mentioned, should be your go-to even when other options seem tantalizing!

Protect Your Oral Health During Hot Weather

Come in for your preventive care to keep your smile in the best shape it can be in (and don’t forget to ask questions if you have them). Come in for a visit in Conroe, TX by scheduling a visit with the Dental Centre of Conroe by calling (936) 441-4600. We serve patients from Conroe, Houston, The Woodlands, Willis, Montgomery, Magnolia, Huntsville, and the neighboring communities.