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During cold and flu season, there are several things that work against your child\u2019s oral health. Knowing what to look out for will help you and your child make it through the season without an unplanned visit to the dentist. Read on to learn more about oral health issues that can occur and what you can do to prevent them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tip #1: Brush Their Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When your little one is sick, it can be difficult to ensure that they continue to brush their teeth twice per day. Even so, the importance of maintaining good oral health routines doesn\u2019t go away when they\u2019re sick. If you can\u2019t get them to go to the bathroom to brush their teeth, consider bringing their toothpaste, toothbrush, and a glass of water to their bedside. That way, they can brush without having to leave their room. Have a second cup or a bucket for them to spit in after they rinse their mouth out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #2: Gargle with Salt Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

By having your child gargle with salt water once per day, this can help kill harmful germs and bacteria in their mouth and throat. It can also help them heal faster, especially if a sore throat is one of their symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #3: Drink Plenty of Fluids<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many people tend to breathe through their mouth when they have a stuffy nose. If your child does this, it can cause their mouth to be drier than usual. Make sure they drink plenty of fluids, especially water, to stay hydrated and keep their mouth well moisturized. This will help them get better sooner and will also allow them to generate more saliva to wash away oral bacteria and germs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #4: Change Their Toothbrush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bacteria remain on your little one\u2019s toothbrush, even after they\u2019ve recovered. For this reason, it\u2019s important to switch out their toothbrush with a new one. This will prevent them from becoming reinfected or infecting the toothbrushes of other family members. If your kid is particular about the kind of toothbrush they use or you aren\u2019t able to go out and get them a new one, boil it in hot water to kill some of the germs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cold and flu season is never fun, but the above tips will allow you to help your child make it through with their oral health in good condition!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Darby Creek Dental<\/a> provides exceptional oral health care to residents of all ages. They treat growing smiles in the Marysville area with the care they need to grow healthy and strong. If your child gets sick this cold and flu season, Darby Creek Dental\u2019s talented staff can provide you with helpful tips on how to preserve their oral health and prevent issues from developing. If you\u2019re ready to set up an appointment or have more questions on how to care for your little one\u2019s teeth, visit their website<\/a> or call their office at (937) 644-8822.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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