{"id":6,"date":"2020-04-16T20:04:00","date_gmt":"2020-04-16T20:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.boernedental.com\/blog\/?p=6"},"modified":"2020-05-13T20:04:59","modified_gmt":"2020-05-13T20:04:59","slug":"covid-dental-tips-boerne-tx-oral-hygiene","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.boernedental.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/16\/covid-dental-tips-boerne-tx-oral-hygiene\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Dental Tips to Lower Your Risk of COVID-19"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.boernedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_328094032__1589002117_41351-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Washing hands and other COVID dental tips in Boerne, TX\" class=\"wp-image-7\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.boernedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_328094032__1589002117_41351-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.boernedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_328094032__1589002117_41351-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.boernedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/AdobeStock_328094032__1589002117_41351.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to protect yourself, your family, and your\ncommunity from COVID-19 is to practice social distancing. However, you can\nlower your risk of getting sick from the coronavirus even more by practicing\nbetter oral hygiene at home. Our hands and mouths both play a key role in\nspreading and receiving germs, so <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boernedental.com\/\">proper\nsmile care<\/a> is essential in quarantine. Try these seven COVID dental tips in\nBoerne, TX to keep yourself and your smile safe and healthy at home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1.) Clean Your Hands Before Cleaning Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention\nand mothers around the world, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cdc.gov\/handwashing\/index.html\">regular handwashing<\/a> is\none of the best ways to stop the spread of germs. Your hands come in close\nproximity to your nose and mouth when you brush your teeth, so start washing your\nhands before and after your daily dental routine twice a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2.) Make Oral Hygiene a Family Effort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every member of the family needs to do their part in keeping\nthe household clean, including: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Young children, who may forget to wash their\nhands and store their toothbrushes properly. <\/li><li>Those with dentures, who need to wash their\nhands before removing them and replacing them.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.) Don\u2019t Share Toothbrushes, Especially Now<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you share a toothbrush with someone, you share all\ntheir bacteria and germs as well. Since COVID-19 may not present symptoms for\nseveral days, you or the person you\u2019re sharing dental devices with may be sick\nwithout realizing it. Never share toothbrushes, especially now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4.) Regularly Sanitize Your Toothbrush <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kill off any lingering germs on your toothbrush by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Swirling the bristles in antiseptic mouthwash\nfor 30 seconds.<\/li><li>Soaking the toothbrush head in vinegar overnight\nonce a week.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5.) Store Your Toothbrush Properly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The bristles on your toothbrush can become a breeding ground\nfor bacteria if you keep it in a dark, enclosed space like a cabinet or with a\ntoothbrush cover. Instead, let it airdry upright in an open space away from\nother toothbrushes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6.) Keep Your Toothbrushing Area Clean<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To keep your surroundings clean and healthy, try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Rinsing off any cups or trays that hold toothbrushes\nor other dental devices.<\/li><li>Regularly disinfecting high-traffic surfaces\nlike countertops, sink handles, and doorknobs.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7.) Replace Your Toothbrush After Getting Sick<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Dental Association recommends replacing your\ntoothbrush after recovering from a sickness like a cold or the flu. This precautionary\nstep may help prevent reinfection once you\u2019ve gotten over being sick. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oral hygiene has always played a key role in your overall\nwellbeing. Start incorporating these healthy tips from your Boerne, TX dentist\nto keep yourself and your smile safe in quarantine!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>For over 50 years, our talented dentists at Boerne Dental\nCenter have been helping the smiles of Boerne, TX stay happy and healthy. They\nfirmly believe that preventive dentistry and great oral hygiene at home form\nthe foundation for long-term oral health. In these unusual times, they\nencourage their patients to practice healthy habits and look forward to\nwelcoming you back to a clean, sterilized office soon. If&nbsp; you have a dental emergency don\u2019t hesitate to\ncontact them via their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.boernedental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>\nor at <strong>(830) 249-2045. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The best way to protect yourself, your family, and your community from COVID-19 is to practice social distancing. 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