One unfortunate side effect of a stomach flu, among other illnesses, is vomiting. You might be tempted to brush your teeth right away, but Dr. Romo says it’s actually better to wait. “When you vomit, stomach acids are coming in contact with your teeth and coating them,” he says. “If you brush too soon, you’re just rubbing that acid all over the hard outer shell of your teeth.”
Instead, swish with water, a diluted mouth rinse or a mixture of water and 1 tsp. baking soda to help wash the acid away. Spit, and brush about 30 minutes later.
For more information visit: https://www.mouthhealthy.org/all-topics-a-z/cold-and-flu-season
If you are someone you know is in need of donated dental care contact @anchorageprojectaccess to find out if you qualify! www.anchorageprojectaccess.org
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Posted: March 13, 2023 by Mickela Olson
#3 Swish and Spit After Vomiting
One unfortunate side effect of a stomach flu, among other illnesses, is vomiting. You might be tempted to brush your teeth right away, but Dr. Romo says it’s actually better to wait. “When you vomit, stomach acids are coming in contact with your teeth and coating them,” he says. “If you brush too soon, you’re just rubbing that acid all over the hard outer shell of your teeth.”
Instead, swish with water, a diluted mouth rinse or a mixture of water and 1 tsp. baking soda to help wash the acid away. Spit, and brush about 30 minutes later.
For more information visit: https://www.mouthhealthy.org/all-topics-a-z/cold-and-flu-season
If you are someone you know is in need of donated dental care contact @anchorageprojectaccess to find out if you qualify! www.anchorageprojectaccess.org
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