{"id":104,"date":"2023-04-26T07:36:51","date_gmt":"2023-04-26T07:36:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/blog\/?p=104"},"modified":"2023-05-27T07:37:10","modified_gmt":"2023-05-27T07:37:10","slug":"look-out-for-these-signs-of-dehydration","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/blog\/?p=104","title":{"rendered":"Look Out for These Sneaky Signs of Dehydration"},"content":{"rendered":"
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With April nearly over, the summer season is right around the corner. You and many others are likely eager for vacations, trips, and general fun in the sun. Amidst the excitement, though, don\u2019t forget to stay hydrated. The summer heat is no laughing matter, and dehydration could ruin your healthy teeth and gums<\/a>. Luckily, your local Jefferson dentist has ways to help. Here are three sneaky signs of dehydration, how fluid loss hurts oral health, and hydration tips for the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Sneaky Signs of Dehydration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thirst is the most obvious sign of dehydration, but there are also subtler ones. Some of these include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Muscle Spasms or Cramps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One reason for muscle cramps is dehydration. Along with electrolyte depletion, it can deprive your body of crucial sodium and potassium. Such minerals help balance pH levels in your body and control nervous system function.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hunger<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

In truth, cues for thirst and hunger both come from the hypothalamus \u2013 the brain region controlling these functions. It\u2019s thus easy for your body to mistake signals that you\u2019re thirsty for ones saying you\u2019re hungry.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Given these facts, note when you\u2019re feeling hungry soon after eating. The real culprit could be thirst.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fatigue<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Staying hydrated lets you maintain energy throughout the day. After all, the process helps your body deliver critical nutrients to your cells. From there, your organs can carry out key duties. Unsurprisingly, then, lacking water for these functions can make you feel exhausted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Effects of Dehydration on Oral Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dehydration hurts oral health by decreasing your saliva. The mouth liquid removes leftover food and harmful bacteria, so lacking it lets oral debris ferment and spread.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As expected, less saliva also means a higher chance of dry mouth. The latter condition can lead to bad breath, mouth sores, and mouth infections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tips for Staying Hydrated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To prevent dehydration\u2019s nasty effects, use these tips in the future:<\/p>\n\n\n\n