{"id":116,"date":"2023-06-11T16:55:00","date_gmt":"2023-06-11T16:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gillisdental.com\/blog\/?p=116"},"modified":"2023-07-11T16:57:09","modified_gmt":"2023-07-11T16:57:09","slug":"can-swimming-in-a-pool-damage-your-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gillisdental.com\/blog\/2023\/06\/11\/can-swimming-in-a-pool-damage-your-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Swimming in a Pool Damage Your Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As the summer weather heats up, you and your family may be eager to head to the neighborhood pool for a refreshing dip in the cool water. Or you might be planning to spend some time at a luxurious resort. Regardless of where you are, swimming offers a fun way to beat the heat and get some great exercise. But have you thought about how this activity might affect your smile? Can swimming in a pool damage your teeth? If so, how can you protect your oral health<\/a>? Read on below to learn the answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Risks of Chlorine Exposure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chlorine is added to virtually all pools because it can kill infectious microbes that might otherwise cause swimmers to become ill. It is especially important in public pools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the downsides to chlorine is that it can cause the pH level of the water to change. In fact, it can make it acidic enough to contribute to erosion of the tooth enamel. In severe cases, this can cause extreme dental sensitivity. Chlorine can also leave deposits on your teeth, causing them to become discolored (this problem is known as swimmer\u2019s calculus).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protecting Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You do not have to give up swimming in order to maintain a healthy smile. Here are some tips that can protect your teeth:<\/p>\n\n\n\n