Summer Smiles: 4 Easy Tips to Keep Your Family's Teeth Healthy This Season
Posted on 7/14/2025 by OM |
 Summer in Spokane is a special time—full of sunshine, lake days, late bedtimes, and memory-making with the people we love. With all that fun, it's easy for routines (like brushing and flossing!) to take a back seat. But maintaining great oral health is just as crucial in July as it is in January!
At Smile More - Spokane Family Dentistry, your trusted family dentist in Spokane, we want to help you and your loved ones keep those summer smiles bright, healthy, and ready for back-to-school season. Here are five easy tips to keep your family's oral health in check, without missing a minute of summer fun.
Stay Hydrated—with Water!
Sports drinks, sodas, and sweet teas are popular summer staples—but they're full of sugar and acid that can harm your enamel and increase your risk of cavities. Water is the best way to stay hydrated and protect your teeth, especially during those hot Spokane afternoons.Pro Tip: If you cannot avoid sugary drinks completely, encourage your kids (and yourself!) to follow up with a quick sip and swish of water. A simple trick that helps rinse away harmful acidity and residue, giving your smile a better chance at staying healthy.
Snack Smart (and Watch Out for Sneaky Culprits!)
Fresh fruits, crunchy veggies, cheese, and nuts are smile-friendly snacks perfect for picnics or road trips through Spokane Valley. Keep a small cooler in the car stocked with healthy options to avoid sugary impulse grabs on the go. And here's a surprise: avoid crackers when you can! These processed carbs are a sneaky culprit of tooth decay. They break down into sugars and often get stuck in the grooves of your teeth, feeding bacteria until the next time you brush.
Don't Skip Brushing—Even on Vacation
Pack Your Goody Bag from Smile More Spokane Family Dentistry
Late nights, family travel, and summer sleepovers can throw off routines, but brushing twice a day and flossing once a day should still be non-negotiable. Need a travel-friendly kit? Every patient at our Spokane dental office receives a complimentary dental goody bag after their visit—they're perfect for packing in your suitcase or keeping in your glove box for summer trips.
Schedule Back-to-School Checkups Early
We know how fast summer flies by—and our schedule fills up quickly! Booking your family's cleanings now means one less thing to worry about when school starts back up, and it ensures everyone starts the year with a fresh, confident smile.
Why Spokane Families Trust Smile More
At Smile More - Spokane Family Dentistry, we're proud to serve the Spokane community with gentle, compassionate dental care. Our team, led by Dr. Bryan Hill and Dr. Natasha Wilhelm, is committed to treating every patient like family. Whether you're here for a routine cleaning or looking to brighten your smile with cosmetic dentistry, our mission is simple: help you and your loved ones smile more.
Conveniently located in Spokane, WA, we welcome families from all across the region.
We offer a range of general, family, and cosmetic dental services, including dental implants, teeth whitening, preventive care, and more.
Let's make this a season full of laughter, sunshine, and healthy smiles. Contact our Spokane office today to schedule an appointment. We can't wait to see you! |
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