{"id":476,"date":"2025-12-16T13:43:12","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T13:43:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/?p=476"},"modified":"2025-12-16T13:43:13","modified_gmt":"2025-12-16T13:43:13","slug":"7-ways-to-protect-your-childs-smile-during-cold-and-flu-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/2025\/12\/16\/7-ways-to-protect-your-childs-smile-during-cold-and-flu-season\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Ways to Protect Your Child\u2019s Smile During Cold &#038; Flu Season"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/AdobeStock_294627647-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"A sick child lying in bed\" class=\"wp-image-477\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.501508211373031;width:302px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/AdobeStock_294627647-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/AdobeStock_294627647-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/AdobeStock_294627647-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/AdobeStock_294627647.jpg 1037w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>While this may be the \u201cmost wonderful time of the year\u201d for many reasons, the fact that it\u2019s cold and flu season is <em>not<\/em> one of them. &nbsp;In fact, the winter months can often be the most <em>difficult<\/em> to stay healthy because the cool, dry air makes viruses easier to spread. Couple that with more people stuck indoors with dry sinuses that weaken their immune response, and you\u2019ve got a perfect recipe for disaster. Worse yet, these illnesses don\u2019t just affect the body, they can negatively impact the mouth, too. This winter, help your child avoid the dangerous effects that being sick can have on their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">oral health<\/a> with these seven tips!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Stop Brushing &amp; Flossing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if your child feels too tired or achy to get out of bed for long, be sure that they\u2019re still brushing and flossing their teeth while they\u2019re sick. While missing a morning here or there probably won\u2019t result in a mouthful of cavities, it is important to be consistent and model good habits to protect their teeth and gums for a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Never Share Toothbrushes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should never share a toothbrush whether you\u2019re sick or healthy; however, it is very important to avoid this activity when someone is ill. Even though toothpaste may be cleaning your teeth, oral bacteria and viruses can be transferred from person to person via oral health implements and can not only spread cold and flu viruses, but also gingivitis and gum disease!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Touch Your Mouth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Touching your mouth can transfer bacteria on your hands directly into your mouth, where it can easily cause you to get sick if you aren\u2019t already. Thus, be sure to encourage your child to wash their hands thoroughly, use sanitizer if you have it, and avoid touching their mouth or face as much as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stay Hydrated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Drinking plenty of water in the summer helps protect your child from dehydration due to heat. &nbsp;While that\u2019s definitely not a problem around here during the winter, it is still very easy to become dehydrated due to the dry air. Worse yet, all that coughing and sneezing can rob their bodies of essential moisture. The good news is that staying hydrated is also an excellent way to help them heal during an illness, because it helps keep the body functioning properly so it can fight off the offending infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use Sugar Free Products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cough drops and liquid medications are an excellent way to soothe sore throats and provide some temporary comfort during an illness, but taking too many of them can put your child\u2019s smile at risk. That\u2019s because many lozenges and cough syrups are made with sticky sugar that coats the teeth and increases their risk of cavities. Thus, look for sugar free products whenever possible, so they can benefit from the soothing effects without endangering their teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rinse Well<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, if your little one\u2019s illness causes them to vomit, make sure that they rinse their mouth very well when they\u2019re done. This not only eliminates that terrible taste in their mouth, but it also clears away dangerous stomach acids that could damage their teeth. While it may seem like a good idea to have them brush their teeth right then, too, it\u2019s important to wait at least 30 minutes after rinsing before you do. That\u2019s because acid temporarily softens tooth enamel, so when you brush it immediately after exposure, you can permanently damage it. Thus, give your child\u2019s teeth about a half hour after rinsing before cleaning with a brush and toothpaste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Soothe &amp; Comfort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, if you\u2019re looking for an all-natural way to soothe inflamed throats and keep their mouth clean, have your child gargle with warm salt water. This not only feels good, but it also works to combat bad breath and promote faster healing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, while there\u2019s no way to avoid the cold and flu season, there\u2019s still plenty you can do to protect your child\u2019s smile from it while it\u2019s here. If you have any questions or concerns about their oral health this winter, please reach out to you dentist, and have a safe, <em>healthy<\/em>, \u2018most wonderful time of the year\u2019!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.castlerocksmiles.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">Castle Rock Smiles Pediatric Dentistry<\/a>, Dr. Benzley and Dr. Sherman want your child maintain a healthy, beautiful smile for a lifetime, no matter what season it is. Don\u2019t neglect their teeth just because it\u2019s winter. If it\u2019s time for their biannual check-up and cleaning, give us a call. 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