{"id":168,"date":"2025-02-06T21:02:56","date_gmt":"2025-02-06T21:02:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.patriotdentalpensacola.com\/blog\/?p=168"},"modified":"2025-04-24T21:04:25","modified_gmt":"2025-04-24T21:04:25","slug":"negative-effects-of-exercise-on-oral-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.patriotdentalpensacola.com\/blog\/2025\/02\/06\/negative-effects-of-exercise-on-oral-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Exercise: Great for Your Body, So-So for Your Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"159\" src=\"https:\/\/www.patriotdentalpensacola.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AdobeStock_257686926__1745528253_89514-300x159.jpg\" alt=\"Women exercising. \" class=\"wp-image-173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.patriotdentalpensacola.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AdobeStock_257686926__1745528253_89514-300x159.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.patriotdentalpensacola.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AdobeStock_257686926__1745528253_89514-768x406.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.patriotdentalpensacola.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/AdobeStock_257686926__1745528253_89514.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>It seems unfair, doesn\u2019t it? How can all that hard work you pour into the gym be bad for you? How can all the blood, sweat, and tears you\u2019ve to improve your health shed backfire?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Believe it or not, there are some reasons why exercise isn\u2019t entirely good for you. In this post, you\u2019ll learn how burning calories doesn\u2019t always equate to great oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sports Drinks Aren\u2019t Good for Your Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a reason you see those big orange buckets of Gatorade on the sidelines of football games. But while they may be good at replenishing your electrolytes and rehydrating you, sports drinks can be quite harmful to your oral hygiene. Did you know that Gatorade typically has 13 grams of sugar per 12 fluid ounces? &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sugar-free options are there, but the other factor to consider is these drinks\u2019 acidity. The Academy of General Dentistry published a study in 2012 that found that there is so much acid in sports drinks that it only takes 5 days of consistently drinking them to damage your teeth! The acid eats away at tooth enamel, which can lead to decay, sensitivity, and discoloration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Risk of Injury Increases During Physical Activity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe you like to get together with your buddies for a little pickup basketball game. All it takes is one accidental elbow to the mouth before you\u2019re short a few teeth, which can lead to all sorts of complications including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Soft tissue harm to your tongue, lips, gums, and inner cheeks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bite problems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty eating and speaking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Jaw pain and disorders.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exercise Makes You Breathe with Your Mouth Open<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s only natural: You start huffing and puffing during your workout and begin breathing through your mouth rather than your nose. The problem is that this dries out the mouth and leads to a decrease in saliva production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Saliva is a crucial agent in protecting your teeth, whether it\u2019s acting as a natural cleanser of food particles or neutralizing acids through the minerals found in it. Without moisture in your mouth, your chances of developing a cavity or gum infection rise significantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips to Keeping Your Teeth in Good Shape (Along with Your Body)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some ways to combat the negative effects that exercise can have on your oral health:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Choose water over sports and energy drinks: Drinking water throughout your workout and the day can limit the loss of electrolytes from exercise that drinks like Gatorade and Powerade provide. Coconut water especially is a good choice as it has anti-inflammatory properties.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear a mouthguard: Let a protective mouthguard absorb the blows, not your teeth. Mouthguards offer protection for your teeth, jaw, and soft tissues.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Breathe through your nose: Nasal breathing has benefits such as improved lung capacity, aiding your immune system, and reducing exposure to foreign substances. Plus, it\u2019ll keep your mouth lubricated and your teeth protected.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You may be surprised to learn that exercise can negatively impact your oral health, but with these tips, you can have a strong body and healthy teeth, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you suffered a dental injury due to physical activity? Let the team at Patriot Dental take care of you. Patriot Dental\u2019s expert professionals are equipped to handle dental emergencies, whether it\u2019s a cracked or knocked-out tooth, a lost filling, or something else. They also offer other services ranging from routine checkups and cleanings to cosmetic dentistry. To make a same-day appointment for an emergency, visit Patriot Dental <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patriotdentalpensacola.com\/contact.html\">online<\/a> or call the office at (850) 477-1120.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It seems unfair, doesn\u2019t it? 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