{"id":8,"date":"2023-07-01T16:13:03","date_gmt":"2023-07-01T16:13:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.care32dentalfortworth.com\/blog\/?p=8"},"modified":"2023-07-24T16:15:51","modified_gmt":"2023-07-24T16:15:51","slug":"tips-for-keeping-your-smile-in-great-shape-this-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.care32dentalfortworth.com\/blog\/tips-for-keeping-your-smile-in-great-shape-this-summer\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Tips for Keeping Your Smile in Great Shape This Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.care32dentalfortworth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"a couple smiling while visiting a beach during summertime \" class=\"wp-image-9\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.care32dentalfortworth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.care32dentalfortworth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.care32dentalfortworth.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s on your summer to-do list? Maybe you\u2019re celebrating someone close to you who\u2019s finally graduating from high school or college. Perhaps you\u2019re gearing up for a cross-country vacation to your favorite beach or state park. You might even be planning a nice, relaxing staycation at home\u2014there are all sorts of ways to spend the summer season! That said, regardless of what you find yourself doing this summer, taking great care of your smile is a must; so here are some useful tips from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.care32dentalfortworth.com\/for-patients.html\">your dentist<\/a> to help you out!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1. Stay Hydrated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is often the harbinger of warmer weather, and it\u2019s important to stay hydrated throughout the day and drink plenty of water to keep cool. But did you know that water provides some pretty spectacular benefits for your teeth? First of all, it stimulates your mouth\u2019s flow of saliva, which is your first line of defense against cavities. Secondly, tap water often has fluoride added to it, which greatly benefits the enamel layer of your teeth. And finally, water doesn\u2019t contain the sugars or acids that are found in other beverages like sodas, sports drinks, or juices, making it the most health-conscious choice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2. If You\u2019re Traveling, Pack the Essentials<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re planning to travel this summer, don\u2019t forget to bring a dental kit with you to ensure that no matter where you are or what you\u2019re doing, caring for your smile isn\u2019t a problem at all! This kit doesn\u2019t have to be anything fancy, but at least be sure to include the essentials: a travel-sized toothbrush, toothpaste, mouthwash, dental floss, and if you have oral appliances like braces, anything you\u2019ll need to care for teeth on the go such as dental wax or over-the-counter pain relievers. Even if you\u2019re not planning to travel, be sure you have everything you need at home\u2014summer break does <strong>not <\/strong>mean taking a break from your personal hygiene!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3. Schedule a Preventive Dental Checkup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should be visiting your dentist twice a year for routine preventive care, and since summer conveniently falls right in the middle of the calendar year, it\u2019s actually an ideal opportunity for knocking out one of these checkups. These visits grant your provider the chance to inspect your smile and ensure that there aren\u2019t any lurking problems that might threaten your pearly whites while you\u2019re out enjoying yourself. They\u2019ll also clean your teeth thoroughly, ensuring that they look dazzling for every single photo opportunity. And if there is a problem that needs to be resolved, summer also provides an adequate window for treatment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The talented team at Care 32 Dental of Fort Worth is excited to provide an exceptional level of dental care for patients and families in Fort Worth and the surrounding metroplex. The practice is pleased to offer a wide range of preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services that are certain to help you achieve a beautiful and healthy smile just in time for the summer season! If you have any questions about the blog or you\u2019d like to schedule a visit for you or someone you know, feel free to contact the practice <a href=\"https:\/\/www.care32dentalfortworth.com\/contact.html\">online<\/a> or over the phone for further information. <strong>Telephone: (817) 741-1300.<\/strong> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What\u2019s on your summer to-do list? Maybe you\u2019re celebrating someone close to you who\u2019s finally graduating from high school or college. Perhaps you\u2019re gearing up for a cross-country vacation to your favorite beach or state park. You might even be planning a nice, relaxing staycation at home\u2014there are all sorts of ways to spend the [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Summer Oral Health Tips | Care 32 Dental Of Fort Worth<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Summer is finally here, so your dentist wants to be sure you\u2019re taking great care of your pearly whites all season long! 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