Summer is just around the corner, and Redcliffe has already seen its share of high temperatures.  Your local Redcliffe Dentist considers it to be important for your oral health to remain hydrated and drink at least 2 litres or 8 glasses of water every day.

Water makes you feel better and its one of the best things you can do for your oral health!  Drinking water with fluoride to strengthen your teeth  and reduces the amount of tooth decay by neutralising aciditiy within the mouth

Drinking water helps to keep your mouth clean.  As well as rinsing away food, it also washes away the sugars which accumulate behind your teeth.  The bacteria in our mouths love the sugars and acids we consume so the more water we drink, the better.

Sweet drinks with high levels of calories and sugar create higher risks of cavities and the gaining of weight.  We all want to look our best at the beach this summer, so reach for a glass of water instead of a coke – its calorie-free!

Water consumption decreases the risk of dry mouth.    When saliva levels are low, bad breath can be the embarassing result.  Water can substitue saliva when these supplies are low.

Other handy tips for oral health include drinking water after you’ve had an acidic or sugary or alcoholic drink.  This also applies after eating citrus fruits.

Never send children to bed with juice or flavoured milk as the sugars sit on their teeth overnight and can have long term repercussions for their oral health.

Along with regular brushing and flossing, drinking water helps to prevent cavities.  Online bookings can be made with your local Redcliffe Dentist to discuss ways of managing your oral health.

Good hydration keeps the saliva in your mouth flowing at a healthy level.  So, enjoy the Redcliffe heat this year and drink lots of water!