{"id":670,"date":"2024-06-10T19:06:00","date_gmt":"2024-06-10T19:06:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sanmarcosdental.com\/blog\/?p=670"},"modified":"2024-07-23T19:09:07","modified_gmt":"2024-07-23T19:09:07","slug":"soaking-up-summer-sun-for-healthier-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sanmarcosdental.com\/blog\/soaking-up-summer-sun-for-healthier-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Soaking Up Summer Sun for Healthier Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sanmarcosdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-300x201.png\" alt=\"Young woman sitting outside with mug, enjoying the sun and greenery\" class=\"wp-image-671\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sanmarcosdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/image-300x201.png 300w, https:\/\/www.sanmarcosdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/image.png 525w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>As a child, were you ever told that spending time outdoors was good for you? It\u2019s true \u2013 at least when it\u2019s nice and sunny. Soaking up the sun for a mere 15 minutes can significantly improve your health, and that goes for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanmarcosdental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">oral health<\/a>, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that winter chill and spring showers have given way to summer, it\u2019s the perfect time to think about how some sunlight could benefit your teeth. Keep reading to dive into the details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Power of Vitamin D<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The sun is a powerful source of vitamin D. This essential vitamin gets mentioned quite a bit in medical circles, but what does it actually do? Here\u2019s the scoop:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Promotes calcium absorption for strong teeth and bones<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gives your cavity-busting immune system an extra kick<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reduces chronic inflammation to help prevent gum disease<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, these vitamin D benefits also apply to your general health. It\u2019s a good reminder that general and oral health are connected, so it\u2019s important to take care of both!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Serotonin and Dopamine: Mind Over Matter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your mental health is valuable, too. Sunshine can help with this by prompting your body to produce more of these two chemicals:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Serotonin, <\/strong>whichregulates healing and bone health, but also stabilizes intense emotions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dopamine<\/strong>, whichis responsible for feelings of happiness, satisfaction, and motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s all too easy to justify skipping out on a brushing and flossing session when exhaustion and depression are dragging you down. While sitting in the sun isn\u2019t the same as talking to a therapist, boosting your serotonin and dopamine levels could help with your mood and motivate you to take care of your pearly whites. You might even find the task more rewarding after a good sunlight session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No Rainy-Day Snoozes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On a similar note, it\u2019s much easier to venture out of the house for a professional cleaning and checkup when the sun\u2019s out! Even if you like the rain, staying in for a nap or to cozy up with a good book can be a tempting idea. By the time you remember to reschedule your dental appointment, whole months could\u2019ve flown by \u2013 giving bacteria ample time to accumulate to concerning levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is also why it\u2019s actually a great idea to schedule one of your biannual checkups during the summer. You might be more inclined to keep your calendar free for spontaneous adventures, but with some help from the sun, you\u2019ll feel more driven to follow-through on appointments now than next season! After a quick, refreshing cleaning, you\u2019ll be able to continue enjoying the beautiful weather.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each one of our team members at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanmarcosdental.com\/\">San Marcos Gentle Dental<\/a> prioritizes patient comfort. From the moment you step into our office, you\u2019ll be greeted with compassionate, friendly care. Drs. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanmarcosdental.com\/meet-dr-donnelly.html\">Robert Donnelly,<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanmarcosdental.com\/meet-dr-gentile.html\">Andrew Gentile<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanmarcosdental.com\/meet-dr-schneider.html\">John Schneider<\/a> will carefully listen to your treatment goals and concerns so they can provide personalized plans and advice that will work for you. If you\u2019re going to spend a lot of time outdoors this summer, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sanmarcosdental.com\/contact.html\">contact<\/a> us at 512-396-5225 for more information about how the sun could affect your smile.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a child, were you ever told that spending time outdoors was good for you? It\u2019s true \u2013 at least when it\u2019s nice and sunny. Soaking up the sun for a mere 15 minutes can significantly improve your health, and that goes for your oral health, too! 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