{"id":644,"date":"2020-03-22T16:33:10","date_gmt":"2020-03-22T16:33:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.myoklahomacitydentist.com\/blog\/?p=644"},"modified":"2020-04-20T16:33:28","modified_gmt":"2020-04-20T16:33:28","slug":"what-to-eat-to-avoid-dental-emergencies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.myoklahomacitydentist.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/22\/what-to-eat-to-avoid-dental-emergencies\/","title":{"rendered":"Prevent Dental Emergencies During COVID-19 by Eating Healthy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"193\" src=\"https:\/\/www.myoklahomacitydentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_111774771__1583870674_96507-300x193.jpg\" alt=\"Table spread with What to Eat to Avoid Dental Emergencies\" class=\"wp-image-645\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.myoklahomacitydentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_111774771__1583870674_96507-300x193.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.myoklahomacitydentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_111774771__1583870674_96507-768x494.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.myoklahomacitydentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/AdobeStock_111774771__1583870674_96507.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To slow the spread of the current COVID-19 pandemic, most of\nthe world is in quarantine or self-isolation. Since all non-essential\nbusinesses are closed and dental offices are only accepting emergency\nappointments, it\u2019s more important than ever to keep our teeth healthy and intact.\nOne way to keep your smile safe is to be careful with what you eat. Your\nOklahoma City dentist explains what to eat to avoid <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myoklahomacitydentist.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental\nemergencies.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unsafe Snacks to Avoid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You probably already know that eating too much sugar will\ngive you an uncomfortable cavity. However, that\u2019s not the only dental emergency\nyou have to watch out for when choosing your daily diet. To prevent cracked, chipped,\nor sensitive teeth, try to avoid:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Hidden, hard bits of food: <\/strong>Chomping down\non a popcorn kernel, fruit pit, or other hard item weakens your enamel and\nincreases your risk of a chipped or cracked tooth.<\/li><li><strong>Dried fruits and sticky candies: <\/strong>Sticky foods\nlike dried fruits, taffy, caramels, and molasses chews latch onto your teeth as\nyou chew them and can easily dislodge a dental crown or filling.<\/li><li><strong>Foods that get stuck in your teeth: <\/strong>If a bit\nof steak or popcorn kernel shell gets stuck between your teeth and gums, it can\ncause irritation and sores which may become infected. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Smile-Friendly Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Thankfully, you can substitute the above unsafe snacks with\nnumerous tasty, smile-friendly ones. Not only will these alternatives help you\nprevent dental emergencies, but they improve your oral health at the same time!\nFor a healthier, stronger smile, try eating more: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Fiber-rich vegetables: <\/strong>Chewing vegetables\nthat are high in fiber scrubs away plaque and helps prevent tooth decay. Some\nexamples include cucumbers, celery, and carrots.<\/li><li><strong>Calcium: <\/strong>To strengthen your enamel,\njawbone, and connective tissues that hold your teeth in place, eat more calcium.\nIt can be found in milk, cheese, canned salmon, almonds, and kale.<\/li><li><strong>Vitamin C: <\/strong>A healthy immune system can\nhelp fight off gum disease as well as other infections. Aside from citrus fruits,\nit can be found in broccoli, cantaloupe, strawberries, and tomatoes. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Healthy Habits to Prevent Dental Emergencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although your daily life may look very different than it did\nat the beginning of the year, it\u2019s important to keep up your regular dental\nroutine. Additionally, health experts report that continuing to follow a\nregular schedule in the midst of life changes can help keep the mind at ease\nand retain a sense of normalcy. Brushing your teeth for two minutes twice a day\nand using dental floss and mouthwash daily is a great way to keep your smile healthy\nand your life a little more balanced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, not all dental emergencies can be avoided. If\nyou find yourself with a fractured, abscessed, or knocked-out tooth, don\u2019t\nhesitate to call your Oklahoma City emergency dentist right away for urgent\ncare. However, snacking safely can go a long way in keeping you and your smile\nhappy and healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Dr. Don Swearingen and his talented team in Oklahoma City\nhave always been and will continue to be committed to the health and safety of\nour patients and staff. In recognition of Mayor David Holt\u2019s extension of the \u201cShelter\nin Place\u201d order through at least April 30<sup>th<\/sup>, 2020, we encourage all\nour patients to practice social distancing and regular hand washing. If you are\nexperiencing a dental emergency, please don\u2019t hesitate to contact us and we\nwill see you as soon as possible. For more information, see our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myoklahomacitydentist.com\/covid-19.html\">COVID-19 notice<\/a>\non our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myoklahomacitydentist.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>\nor call us at <strong>(405) 751-8092. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>To slow the spread of the current COVID-19 pandemic, most of the world is in quarantine or self-isolation. Since all non-essential businesses are closed and dental offices are only accepting emergency appointments, it\u2019s more important than ever to keep our teeth healthy and intact. 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