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Tips for Combating Winter Mouth Issues

When the temperatures drop each year, a particular set of oral health problems arise. People tend to have more cases of chapped lips, dry mouth, and sensitive teeth.

Instead of letting these problems rain on your parade, you can take steps to banish them while you enjoy the chilly weather. Keep reading for some tips on addressing winter mouth issues.

Tip 1: Stay Warm

When you have temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder, wearing warm clothing can help control jaw pain, since your joints and muscles tense up in chilly weather. Simply staying warm helps reduce any clenching or tightening in the jaw area.

Tip 2: Drink Water Often  

 When you have an insufficient amount of saliva, it results in what is commonly referred to as “dry mouth.” From taking certain types of medication to medical treatments like chemotherapy to smoking, there are a lot of causes of dry mouth. Dry winter air can exacerbate this issue, so it’s crucial to drink plenty of water throughout the day. It will also help hydrate your skin and prevent chapped lips.

Tip 3: Use the Appropriate Toothpaste

If drinking hot cocoa or apple cider brings about sharp, short-duration pain in your teeth, you may have sensitive teeth. When your tooth enamel is weakened and breaks down, the layer below it – dentin – gets exposed to foods and beverages to cause discomfort. Cold temperatures can also be troublesome in this case. Using toothpaste for sensitive teeth protects exposed dentinal tubules from harm and makes ingesting items with hot or cold temperatures a more comfortable experience.

Tip 4: Use a Humidifier

With less humidity in the air during the winter months, your skin is more prone to drying out and becoming cracked. Using a humidifier in your home adds extra moisture in the air to help keep your skin and lips healthy.

Tip 5: Wear Lip Balm

The skin on your lips is delicate and chaps easily, making it very susceptible to cold, dry air. Using a lip balm with SPF is important to protect your lips from the sun, even in the winter, and keep them moisturized.

The winter season has its perks, but you may not see it that way if you are struggling with chapped lips or sensitive teeth. These tips can help you set those issues aside and focus on the things you do enjoy about colder weather.

(02/08/2023)

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