Emergency Dentistry: How to Protect Your Teeth During Coronavirus (COVID-19) Disease Lockdown

Since most dentist practices are not open for routine checkups and elective procedures due to the COVID-19 outbreak, it is important to protect your teeth and reduce the risk of oral health complications that result in the need for emergency dentistry. By keeping teeth protected, patients can better ensure that they keep good oral health and a beautiful smile during the coronavirus lockdown. 

Tips for protecting teeth during lockdown

There are routine tasks that individuals can do to keep their teeth protected from bad oral health and injury during coronavirus lockdown. These tips include practicing good oral hygiene, protecting teeth from damage, making minor dietary changes and considering a teledentistry visit with a dentist. 

Practice good oral hygiene

Protecting teeth during COVID-19 lockdown begins with good oral hygiene. Those who are due for a routine checkup likely cannot go into the office for a checkup, so caring for teeth is essential during this time. Good oral hygiene should include brushing the entire mouth thoroughly and gently several times a day, using floss daily and using mouthwash as directed by the dentist. This keeps bacteria and food particles from accumulating inside the mouth and causing damage to tooth enamel and the gums. 

Avoid dangerous situations

One of the main causes for an emergency dentistry visit is damage to teeth, which is often the result of a blow to the mouth. The COVID-19 lockdown means making sacrifices. This includes avoiding activities that may result in a dental injury. Everyone should assess their daily routine for activities that might be dangerous, such as playing sports, weightlifting, etc. When doing activities that may cause a dental injury, be sure to protect teeth by wearing a mouthguard. 

Limit foods high in sugar

Certain foods, such as those high in sugar, have a higher likelihood of causing oral health concerns such as cavities, gum disease and an oral infection. To reduce this risk during COVID-19 lockdown, consider making changes to your diet if you consume high levels of sugar. This not only applies to foods but also to beverages high in sugar. For example, rather than drinking tea or soft drinks, drink water throughout the day. 

Consider a teledentistry visit

Many dentists are offering teledentistry checkup visits to allow patients to continue getting the dental supervision they need. If you are due for a dental checkup or if you have concerning symptoms that potentially require emergency dentistry, then contact a dentist who offers teledentistry or emergency dentistry treatment to find out what step you should take next.

Learn more about emergency dentistry

If you have more questions about how to protect teeth and avoid emergency dentistry during COVID-19 lockdown, then reach out to our dental office today. We understand that while preventing a dental emergency is ideal, it is not always avoidable. We are happy to answer your questions, and we can help you get any emergency dentistry treatment you need.

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