Pediatric Dentistry of Suffolk County: How To Keep Teeth Safe This Summer

"School's out!" means young children are getting ready to take to the great outdoors and engage with their friends in popular summer sports and other outdoor activities. As you get your family ready for some summer fun, you've probably prepared for the occasional sunburn and knee scrape, but summer safety doesn't stop there.

Choose Water: After playing outside children are bound to be thirsty, so keep them hydrated with water rather than soda or other sugary drinks. These options contain acids that can damage your teeth's enamel.
Limit Sweets: Having an ice pop to cool down is okay once and a while, but too much exposure to sugar and sweets can lead to cavities. Instead, choose other refreshing foods such as fruit to keep your cool after a long day outside.
Monitor Your Swimming: Although it's a popular summer activity, swimming too much can actually stain your teeth. Because you're exposing your teeth to chemically treated water, you subject yourself to developing those hard to remove stains that require a professional's help.
Mouth Guards: Before allowing children to participate in summer sports, consider having them fitted for a mouth guard. Wearing a mouth guard can prevent teeth from becoming loose or getting chipped in the event of an accident.

Last but not least, make it a habit to visit the dentist every 6 months! If it's about that time for your children to visit the dentist, choose Pediatric Dentistry of Suffolk County! As your child's pediatric dentist, we are committed to guaranteeing each child receives the best dental care possible. Schedule an appointment today by contacting us at (631) 486-6364 for our Commack office or (631) 320-0880 for our Medford office.