{"id":257,"date":"2021-10-29T15:03:00","date_gmt":"2021-10-29T15:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.springhousedentist.com\/blog\/?p=257"},"modified":"2021-11-22T15:08:19","modified_gmt":"2021-11-22T15:08:19","slug":"cold-and-flu-season-in-spring-house-keep-teeth-healthly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.springhousedentist.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/29\/cold-and-flu-season-in-spring-house-keep-teeth-healthly\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Keep Your Child&#8217;s Teeth Healthy During Cold and Flu Season"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.springhousedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_100035125__1637593402_96915-1.jpg\" alt=\"girl brushing her teeth during cold and flu season in Spring House \" class=\"wp-image-259\" width=\"276\" height=\"183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.springhousedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_100035125__1637593402_96915-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.springhousedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_100035125__1637593402_96915-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.springhousedentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_100035125__1637593402_96915-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 276px) 100vw, 276px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>During cold and flu season, many parents unknowingly expose their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springhousedentist.com\/childrens-dentistry.html\">children&#8217;s oral health<\/a> to hazards.\u00a0Since little ones are more prone to disease than adults and get sick an average of 6-8 times each year, this can mean bad news for their smiles. Though medicine and ample sleep may help them get over a cold, you may unintentionally begin neglecting their oral hygiene. To make sure your child makes it through cold and flu season\u00a0with a strong and cavity-free smile, follow these four tips to keep their mouth healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1: Brush Their Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Though parents may find it difficult to ensure their little one continues to brush their teeth twice per day when they\u2019re sick, it\u2019s important to maintain good oral health routines while they recover. It they are having trouble or refuse to go to the bathroom to do it, consider bringing them their toothbrush, toothpaste, a cup to spit in, and a cup of water to rinse with. That way, you can help them brush their teeth without them having to leave their bedroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2: Gargle with Salt Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Have your child gargle with salt water once per day to help kill germs in their mouth and throat. Doing so will help them heal faster, especially if they have a sore throat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3: Drink Plenty of Fluids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your kid has a stuffy nose, they\u2019re probably breathing through their mouth. This will cause it to be much drier than usual and keep them from generating enough saliva to wash away harmful oral bacteria. Having them drink plenty of water will both help them get better and allow them to generate saliva more effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #4: Change Their Toothbrush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even after your little one has fully recovered, bacteria can remain on their toothbrush. Throw out their old toothbrush and replace it with a new one to keep them from becoming reinfected. If your child is particular about the toothbrush they use or you can\u2019t run to the store to get them a new one, kill some of the germs by boiling it in hot water. Additionally, make sure you isolate their toothbrush from those of your other family members while they\u2019re sick to keep the bacteria or illness from spreading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With the above tips, you can help your child keep oral health issues from developing while they\u2019re sick. They can show cold and flu season who\u2019s boss by coming out on the other side of sickness with a smile that\u2019s as lovely as ever!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Krunal Patel, Dr. Amy Farrell, and their NeoSmile Dental Care team provide the whole family with the kind, confident care you deserve. They offer exceptional care to patients of all ages and are experts on caring for growing smiles. If your child gets sick this cold and flu season, they can give you tips and recommendations to help them get better and protect their teeth from harm while they heal. Call their office at (215) 643-5220 or visit their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.springhousedentist.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> for more information on how to protect your little one\u2019s smile and to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>During cold and flu season, many parents unknowingly expose their children&#8217;s oral health to hazards.\u00a0Since little ones are more prone to disease than adults and get sick an average of 6-8 times each year, this can mean bad news for their smiles. 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