{"id":1131,"date":"2014-06-04T16:20:08","date_gmt":"2014-06-04T16:20:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lakeoconeedentalblog.com\/2014\/06\/pool-water-can-affect-your-smile\/"},"modified":"2014-06-04T16:20:08","modified_gmt":"2014-06-04T16:20:08","slug":"pool-water-can-affect-your-smile","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lakeoconeedental.com\/blog\/pool-water-can-affect-your-smile\/","title":{"rendered":"Pool Water Can Affect Your Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n

\"\"IF YOU, OR SOMEONE YOU CARE FOR SPENDS SIX HOURS A WEEK <\/strong>or more in a swimming pool, listen up! This is super important information to know…<\/p>\n

Prolonged Pool Water Exposure Can Affect Teeth<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Most swimmers are surprised to learn<\/strong> about the potentially corrosive effects pool water chemicals can have on teeth. When maintaining a pool it\u2019s a constant battle keeping the temperature, chlorine level, and pH level balanced. When the pH level isn\u2019t properly balanced (and sometimes even if it is) your smile can be exposed to excessive acidity levels.<\/p>\n

So if you\u2019re on a swim team, play water polo, swim daily for exercise, or have children who spend their entire summer in the pool, watch for these potential problems:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Swimmer\u2019s Calculus<\/h4>\n

Swimmer\u2019s calculus reveals itself as hard brown tartar deposits that show up primarily on front teeth. It\u2019s difficult to remove by yourself, but it can be removed during a deep dental cleaning.<\/p>\n

Eroded Enamel<\/h4>\n

Regardless of where acids come from\u2014whether it\u2019s from sports drinks, certain foods, soda pop, or pool water\u2014acids can eat away at tooth enamel. Thin enamel can lead to accelerated decay and uncomfortable sensitivity.<\/p>\n

A Simple Idea That Helps<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Drink water! NOT pool water… Drinking water!<\/strong> For example if you\u2019re swimming laps, set a bottle of drinking water poolside that\u2019s easily reachable from inside the pool. Take a drink often and swish your mouth with fresh water. Also, be sure to drink and swish a lot right after your workout.<\/p>\n

Typically, This Doesn\u2019t Apply To \u201cCasual Swimmers\u201d<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re only in pool a couple hours a week, or at the hotel on vacation, chances are you don\u2019t need to worry about this. However, pass this information along to others!<\/strong> Most people have a friend, extended family member, coworker, or mail carrier who spends a lot of time in a pool.<\/p>\n

Enough Of The Serious Stuff… Try This For Fun:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Thanks for the trust you place in our practice.<\/h4>\n

Call<\/strong> us if you any questions about this topic, or leave a comment below. We look forward to seeing you during your next visit!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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