{"id":185,"date":"2020-04-29T18:37:07","date_gmt":"2020-04-29T18:37:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drdeangelodds.com\/blog\/?p=185"},"modified":"2020-05-29T18:40:36","modified_gmt":"2020-05-29T18:40:36","slug":"dentist-homer-glen-health-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drdeangelodds.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/29\/dentist-homer-glen-health-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Upgrade Your Oral Healthcare Routine to Prevent COVID-19!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"WomanIf you brush, floss, and maintain a good dental hygiene routine at home, then you\u2019re already on your way toward a healthy mouth. However, during COVID-19, there are some important changes you can make to your at-home care that will help prevent infection. Keep reading to learn some easy ways you can upgrade your oral health routine to avoid the Coronavirus according to your dentist in Homer Glen.<\/p>\n

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Wash Your Hands Before Brushing<\/h2>\n

Studies have shown that one of the main ways the virus is spread is through touch. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to avoid touching your mouth and face. However, you may be forgetting this during your brushing and flossing routine. That\u2019s why it\u2019s best to get in the habit of washing your hands before beginning your dental hygiene. Remember to rinse your hands for at least 20 seconds for effective cleaning.<\/p>\n

Disinfect Your Toothbrush<\/h2>\n

Your toothbrush is unfortunately home to germs and bacteria. That\u2019s why you should disinfect your brush once each week using these easy yet effective COVID-19 dental tips in Homer glen:<\/p>\n