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Health Tips for Brisbane's Summer

Nearly everyone holds a desire to keep fit and as Australians, many of us share a love of sport and the great outdoors. In general getting involved in community activities, as well as your own personal fitness program is a great thing for your health. However, you need to pay as much attention to your oral health as your cardio and muscle-building activities.

People today are concerned about their total health, weight issues and being healthy. We often apply a holistic approach to our health, however even the best of us may forget to protect our teeth and the health of our mouths. From our own experience and that of our colleagues, many health-conscious residents of Brisbane and surrounds such as Pine Rivers, Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast, are unaware of the oral health dangers from the sports drinks, and special diets they consume during various sporting activities. More and more, scientists are discovering how many systemic diseases are linked with dental decay and gum disease - from diabetes to heart disease, to dementia. Maintaining healthy teeth for life has never been so important.

Through the University of Queensland, our dentists at Jorgensen Mutzelburg Dental have had substantial education in nutrition, and see every day the adverse effects of carbohydrates, acids and sugars in a person's diet that can increase their risk of tooth decay and tooth wear from erosion and attrition or grinding.

Particularly an issue in humid climates such as ours in the suburbs of Brisbane, dehydration due to inadequate water intake, and increased air intake through the mouth leads to a reduction in saliva in your mouth. This can lead to dental decay since saliva acts as a protective coating for our teeth against acid and bacteria in our mouths.

Dentists' Oral Health Tips

Our dentists provide the best advice to maintain a strong, healthy smile:

• Use xylitol containing products such as certain chewing gums between workouts and meals to re-mineralize teeth. Your dentist at Jorgensen Mutzelburg Dental will be able to recommend the best solution for your total mouth protection following your comprehensive dental assessment.
• Maintain your water intake throughout the day, and carry a bottle of water with you to rinse with after you consume sports drinks or other acidic foods.
• Use a neutral fluoride mouthrinse and toothpaste. South-east Queensland's water remains unfluoridated, meaning we all miss out on the extra protection this provides for our health.
• Brushing your teeth effectively for at least two minutes before bed, and flossing daily remain your best defense against tooth decay.
• Visit your dentist at Jorgensen Mutzelburg Dental as often as is recommended for you, or at least every six months.
• Remember, thousands of casual sporting participants endure dental trauma each year leading to expensive treatments - at Jorgensen Mutzelburg Dental, we can provide the best protection for your teeth using a custom-made laminated mouthguards.

To discuss how our caring dentists can help you achieve your optimum overall health and fitness, complete our online form or call (07) 3354 1077 and speak with Kathryn to arrange an appointment today.