Because we provide mouth guards to keep the teeth protected during sports play, some of our patients wonder just how safe exercise may be, especially if it involves playing on a team. However, recent studies suggest that those involved in contact sports are not the only ones at risk. While exercise proves to boost overall health, it does, at times, negatively impact dental health. The following information sheds further light on the subject.
How Endurance Workouts Affect Oral Health
According to reports in several journals of medicine, people who train hard or who work out for over an hour experience more problems with cavities and gum disease. Research suggests that people who worked out to this extent tend to develop a more alkaline saliva flow, or the accumulation of more plaque. Therefore, it is important to drink water during your workouts to reduce dry mouth and to prevent plaque build-up.
Protecting the Mouth During Sports Play
It is also important for people who play team sports to protect their teeth with a mouth guard. As play can get rough, if not downright competitive, you need to take measures to safeguard your teeth. Any strong impact to the jaw should be immediately checked as well. While participating in sports is good for your overall physical well-being, you still need to practice prevention when pursuing the activity.
Do you regularly work out or play on a sports team? If so, find out more about what you can do to keep your teeth healthy and protected. We can make a mouth guard for you that you can use whenever you play basketball, baseball, or a similar sport. You can also use it if you participate in aerobics or similar activity. Do you need a mouth guard made or would you like to schedule a dental appointment? If so, give us a call at (425) 616-0620 and book a dental consultation or cleaning and exam. Make your workout safer and improve your dental health by contacting our office today.
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