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During the warmer spring and summer months, many people suffer from seasonal allergies. From a runny nose to congestion to itchy, watery eyes, there are several symptoms that come with this condition. These problems are frustrating enough on their own, but they can unfortunately also have a negative impact on your dental health. Read on to learn about the link between seasonal allergies and dental health as well as what you can do to keep your smile healthy<\/a> during this time of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Sinus Pressure & Toothaches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have you ever experienced a toothache in conjunction with sinus pressure? These are called sinus toothaches and can be incredibly uncomfortable. Some of the sinuses are located close to the roots of your upper teeth. if your sinuses in this area become inflamed as a result of seasonal allergies, the increased pressure may result in a toothache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nasal Congestion & Cavities <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Nasal congestion includes a stuffy or runny nose and is one of the most common symptoms of seasonal allergies. When it\u2019s difficult for people to breathe through their noses, they switch to breathing through their mouths. This leads to dry mouth, which occurs when you aren\u2019t producing enough saliva and allows cavity-causing bacteria to accumulate and damage your tooth enamel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Allergy Medication & Gum Disease<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To relieve symptoms of seasonal allergies, some people take over-the-counter or prescribed decongestants or antihistamines. Though both tend to be effective at combating symptoms, they frequently lead to dry mouth. As previously mentioned, dry mouth allows bacteria to build up rapidly and wreak havoc on your smile. Some of these bacteria may also attack your gums and lead to an infection called periodontal disease. While this infection is easy enough to treat or even reverse at first, it can progress and lead to permanent jawbone damage and tooth loss if you wait too long to have it treated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 Tips for Keeping Your Smile Healthy During Allergy Season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Though avoiding seasonal allergies altogether is unlikely, there are several ways that you can prevent them from harming your oral health, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n