The world is battling against the Covid-19 coronavirus, and Personal Protective Equipment or PPE has become a way of life for many Americans and people worldwide. While mask use has been made a priority and its use has helped slow down the spread of the Covid-10 coronavirus, it is posing some oral health problems too. We all know about 'maskne' or the breakouts caused by masks; one another side effect of wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) is a rise in people complaining of bad breath, tooth and gum sensitivity, and even cavities,
Since PPEs are here to stay (at least for the foreseeable future), it's important to get serious about your oral and dental health.
As the name suggests, Mask mouth is an oral hygiene disorder caused as a result of wearing a face mask for long periods of time. Symptoms of 'mask mouth' include:
Have you thought about how wearing a mask can cause cavities? The culprit here is the dry mouth - caused because you tend to breathe through your mouths while wearing masks and are less likely to stay hydrated as your mouth is covered. This leads to less salivary flow, which is a natural protection to wash away bacteria and keep the mouth pH at an optimal level. And when the mouth is dry, it becomes more acidic; this creates a perfect environment for plaque and bacteria. This finally results in gum problems, stinky breath, and even cavities.
What Causes Mask Mouth and Cavities?
Below are the habits that will help treat and prevent mask mouth:
The mask mouth results could be harmful if left untreated; gum disease or periodontal disease will eventually lead to strokes and heart attacks. While masks are not negotiable during the present times, take care of your oral health with proper dental care practices to avoid their grossest side effects.
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