{"id":553,"date":"2022-06-22T00:20:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-22T00:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/?p=553"},"modified":"2022-07-22T00:28:40","modified_gmt":"2022-07-22T00:28:40","slug":"signs-of-dehydration-and-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.artistrysmilecenter.com\/blog\/signs-of-dehydration-and-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Subtle Signs of Dehydration"},"content":{"rendered":"
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With summertime in full swing, many people will be spending the season hanging out by the pool, at waterparks, or on the beach. Though these are certainly great ways to get some vitamin D and have some fun with friends and family, it\u2019s important to make sure you\u2019re prepared for the day. Along with the sun\u2019s rays potentially damaging your skin, dehydration is another factor you need to consider. To help you prevent<\/a> this, read on to learn about some lesser-known signs of dehydration, how it harms your smile, and tips to prevent it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Dehydration Hurts Your Dental Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dehydration is a condition that happens when your body doesn’t have the water it needs. Without enough water, your body won’t function properly. Dehydration can be mild, moderate, or severe. The inadequate saliva production lets food debris linger in your mouth, which raises your chances of developing cavities, gum disease, and other mouth infections. Since saliva neutralizes the acids that cavity-causing bacteria produce, not having enough of it also makes your teeth susceptible to decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Extreme thirst is a common sign that you\u2019re dehydrated, but it\u2019s far from the only one. A few lesser-known signs of dehydration include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n