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Ways to Take Care of Your Mouth During Flu and Cold

2021-11-14

It all begins with a tingling sensation in the back of your throat. Your nose is stuffed up, and your body hurts the next day. And it's like you've ingested sandpaper as a side effect. Cough medication and nasal decongestants may be your first layer of protection when a test shows that the virus you have is just a cold. However, if you prioritized efforts to overcome the effects of your cold on your teeth and general oral health, you'd be better off.

 

There are more chances of infection in the mouth during flu and cold as germs grow in infected sputum. You must need to take some steps towards your best health.

 

Select Sugar-free Cough Syrups

 

  • The longer time you keep the sugary syrups on your tongue, the more it will damage your teeth. It produces acid, which creates holes in your teeth.
  • Avoid the syrups with ingredients like Corn syrup, Fructose.

 

Gargle with Saltwater

 

  • In the glass of warm water, dissolve a teaspoon of salt. It may help you reduce the bad breath, remove harmful bacteria from your mouth, and reduce plaque effects.

 

Swish and Spit After Vomiting

 

  • Swish your mouth with the diluted mouth rinse or with water. It washes out the acid from the teeth.
  • Now, wait for 30 minutes to brush your teeth.

 

Practice Good Hygiene

  

  • Throw the used tissues in the dustbin.
  • Try to wear a mask as much as you can so that your sputum cannot infect others and avoid serious dust infection.
  • Change your toothbrush. After, you are getting well from the illness. And brush them regularly to decrease the risk of plaque formation and bad breath during flu.
  • Keep your dental hygiene care regular, like doing a brush daily and flossing. You can also use mouthwash to rinse whenever you are going to eat. It will help you develop better taste as most people lose their original taste in flu and cold.

 

Stay Hydrated to Avoid Dry Mouth

 

  • Having a dry mouth may lead to the risk of cavities.
  • The medications you are taking for flu, like decongestants and pain reducers, can also make your mouth dry. So, to stay hydrated, you must drink plenty of water. Use good mouthwashes that don't leave a dry effect after using them.
  • Don't add sugar or lemon when you are taking tea. Sugar can lead to cavities, while lemon or any citrus fruit will enhance sore throat infections.

 

Final Thoughts

 

If you get a cold, take the necessary steps to prevent dry mouth and sinus pain, both of which can lead to more severe conditions. You'll also protect your teeth, gums, lips, mouth, and overall oral health by taking action. Plus, you'll recover faster from the common cold by following good advice. One more thing: Don't forget extra rest and some chicken soup!

 

Contact your Walnut Creek dentist, Massood Darvishzadeh D.D.S at Walnut Creek Dental, today for more information about how to take care of your mouth during flu and cold.

 

Resource:

 

Healthy Teeth Begin With What You Eat

 

*Neither this nor any other content in this media is meant to prescribe, recommend, or prevent any treatment or procedure. We highly recommend that you get the advice of a qualified dentist or other medical practitioners regarding your specific dental condition. 


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