Do you like to swim? Swimming is one of the best ways to get your exercise, and a great way to keep cool in the hot summer months. However, our Lynnwood dentistry clinic advises that your chlorinated pool water may not always be good for your oral health.
In a study, 15% of people who identified as frequent swimmers showed signs of erosion on their tooth enamel. This is significantly higher than the 3% of people with enamel erosion who said that they do not frequently swim. The problem here appears to be in the chlorine, which can become too acidic if it isn’t properly balanced in your pool water. In order to avoid unnecessary erosion as a swimmer, check with your pool to see if the water’s pH is properly monitored, and try your best to keep the pool water out of your mouth.
