{"id":59,"date":"2019-11-09T16:33:18","date_gmt":"2019-11-09T16:33:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.littletondentalstudio.com\/blog\/?p=59"},"modified":"2019-12-09T16:39:21","modified_gmt":"2019-12-09T16:39:21","slug":"dentist-flu-remedies-and-oral-health-problems","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.littletondentalstudio.com\/blog\/2019\/11\/09\/dentist-flu-remedies-and-oral-health-problems\/","title":{"rendered":"How Can You Keep Flu Remedies From Causing Oral Health Problems?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.littletondentalstudio.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_179970278__1575909371_76024-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"person pouring cough syrup onto a spoon\" class=\"wp-image-60\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.littletondentalstudio.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_179970278__1575909371_76024-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.littletondentalstudio.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_179970278__1575909371_76024-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.littletondentalstudio.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_179970278__1575909371_76024.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a cold or the flu can leave you confined to the\ncouch for days on end, feeling so horrible that you have to motivate yourself every\ntime you need to get up. During flu season, you\u2019ve already got enough problems\non your plate, the last issue you would want to deal with is a painful tooth\ninfection or sensitive cavity that causes you to need an unexpected visit with\nyour dentist. The cold and flu medication that you may be relying on could be harming\nyour teeth, especially if you\u2019re having difficulty keeping up with your oral\nhygiene routine. Read on for some tips on how you can keep certain medications\nfrom ruining your oral health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Flu Remedies That Can Harm Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several medications that you take while you\u2019re\ntrying to ease your suffering during flu season that can put your pearly whites\nat risk for dental decay and infections. By knowing how they impact your mouth,\nyou\u2019ll be able to avoid common oral health problems. Be sure to keep an eye out\nfor how the following medications are impacting your mouth:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Decongestants \u2013 <\/strong>After days of sniffling\nand nose-blowing, all you want is relief. The problem with decongestants is\nthat they can sometimes work <em>too <\/em>well, causing your mouth to become dry.\nReduced saliva production can increase your risk of developing gum disease and\ntooth decay.<\/li><li><strong>Cough Drops &amp; Sore Throat Lozenges \u2013 <\/strong>Because\nyou\u2019re sucking on cough drops and throat lozenges for long periods of time,\nthey expose your teeth to sugar more, increasing your risk of developing cavities.<\/li><li><strong>Liquid Cold Medicine &amp; Cough Syrup \u2013 <\/strong>Medication\nin the form of liquids and syrups contain ingredients like high fructose corn\nsyrup and sugar that can make your mouth the perfect environment for harmful\nbacteria to thrive in. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips to Help Keep Your Mouth Healthy While You\u2019re Sick<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Certain cold and flu medications may help ease your discomfort\nand pain caused by your illness, but they can also open the door for additional\nproblems to develop in your mouth. Without the proper preventive measures in\nplace, you may end up battling a painful tooth infection alongside your flu.\nHere are some ways you can keep your mouth healthy during peak sick season:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Brush &amp; Floss Regularly \u2013 <\/strong>It can be\ndifficult to motivate yourself to get up and brush and floss your teeth twice a\nday when you feel terrible, but it\u2019s crucial. Plus, fresh breath and a clean\nmouth may help you feel a little better! <\/li><li><strong>Visit Your Dentist After Your Illness\nSubsides \u2013 <\/strong>After you get over your sickness, be sure to schedule a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littletondentalstudio.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">checkup\nand cleaning<\/a> with your dentist to keep any small lingering issues from\nbecoming more severe.<\/li><li><strong>Change Your Toothbrush \u2013 <\/strong>Bacteria can get\ntrapped on your toothbrush, causing you to get sick again. After you get over\nany type of illness, be sure to get a new toothbrush. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Keeping up with your physical, oral, and mental health while\nyou\u2019re sick can be a difficult task to take on. Although you need rest, it\ndoesn\u2019t mean that you should skip out on taking care of the basics, like\nbrushing and flossing. By following these tips and knowing how certain flu\nremedies can impact your mouth, you can avoid unexpected dental treatments on\ntop of everything else you\u2019re battling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Cale Beasley started his dental career as an assistant\nand has had the opportunity to work with a broad spectrum of people. Since\ngraduating from dental school, he has made it a priority to advance his education\nso he can provide his patients with the highest quality of care. He is\ncertified in Invisalign, Six Month Smiles, and BOTOX. For questions or to\nschedule a routine checkup and cleaning, visit Littleton Dental Studio\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.littletondentalstudio.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call 303-794-1707.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Having a cold or the flu can leave you confined to the couch for days on end, feeling so horrible that you have to motivate yourself every time you need to get up. 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