10 maneras de protegerse (y de proteger su sonrisa) contra el COVID-19

Hacer que su sistema inmunológico fuerte puede ayudar a prevenir COVID-19 de romper la ruptura de un sistema inmunológico.

Of course, the first line of defense is to avoid contracting the virus. It would be best if you took precautions to avoid large gatherings, cover and protect your mouth and nose, hand wash frequently, and avoid touching your hands to your face and mouth. The COVID-19 novel coronavirus is spread through respiratory droplets that can transfer from the host and be inhaled through the nose or mouth. Here are a few points that can help the secondary line of defense to boost our immune systems during these turbulent times: 1- Vitamina Cmás elevado niveles de zinc in your system They both boost your immune system; vitamin C is water soluble, so whatever the body needs will absorb. If you did take too much, no worries, the body dissipates the excess! For those opposed to taking vitamins, eat foods rich in vitamin C like broccoli, cantaloupe, cauliflower, kale, kiwi, orange juice, papaya, red, green, or yellow pepper, sweet potato, strawberries, and tomatoes. A higher level of zinc in your system is advisable. 20 to 25 mg per day is a good regimen. 2- Rinse with Solución Betadine twice daily, dilute (Povidone-Iodine) 50 % with water, or possibly dilute with a hydrogen peroxide solution. Gargle with warm to hot water. Swishing your mouth with an antiseptic such as vinegar or salt is also good. If you have had cosmetic dentistry done with veneers, composite Bonding, smile-makeover, or dental reconstruction, Povidone-iodine can stain your dental restorations; you need to brush the teeth right after. This swishing helps individuals at high risk (elderly, elderly with the compromised immune system, obese, diabetic, etc…) to kill the virus. Do not use it if allergic to iodine, Betadine, or any other solutions mentioned. 3- 1% Peróxido de hidrógeno, rinse twice a day. According to American Dental Association, it is highly advisable for dentists who see patients due to emergency treatment needed ( during the COVID-19 pandemic) to have patients rinse with warm to hot 1% hydrogen peroxide before having the dentist start any treatment. I recommend patients with full-mouth porcelain veneers, composite Bonding, and smile makeovers prioritize using this solution over Betadine or Povidone-Iodine. 4- Be aware. Lavar a mano con agua tibia a caliente y jabón durante al menos 20 a 30 segundos, y utilizar un desinfectante de manos con al menos 70% alcohol si no se dispone de jabón. Es una buena práctica adquirir el hábito de recordarse cada 20 minutos, pase lo que pase, que hay que lavarse las manos e intentar evitar tocarse la cara, la nariz y la boca. 5- Irrigación nasal is important since one of the virus’ pathways to the body is through the nasal airway. 6- Come foods high in antioxidants, such as artichokes, raspberries, kale, blueberries, and strawberries, as well as leafy green vegetables 7- Vitamina D is needed to boost the immune system and, if possible, get some sun. Foods that provide vitamin D include fish like salmon or tuna, cheese, egg yolks, and soy milk. 8- Clean and disinfect superficies que se tocan con frecuenciaLimpie las superficies, especialmente las metálicas, como los pomos de las puertas y el teléfono, con lejía diluida, Clorox con peróxido de hidrógeno, que mata gérmenes y virus, o con un desinfectante registrado por la EPA. Se ha informado de que el virus puede ser viable en estas superficies desde unos pocos días hasta 9 días. Este virus puede adherirse fácilmente al pelo y a la ropa y puede ser viable durante unos días. Lave la ropa con agua caliente. Sepa que el virus puede sobrevivir en su ropa desde unos días hasta 9 días, Separe la ropa sospechosamente usada y cámbiese a menudo. Al llegar a su casa, tome una ducha o baño caliente.

9- Obtenga lo adecuado sueño y ejercicio regularly. DO NOT Smoke. 10- Follow deep relaxation techniques such as meditación, deep breathing, holding, and releasing. Use your time wisely, and focus on things you can control. Shift your focus from doubt and fear to what you can do to help yourself and others. There is no need to feel panicked or follow false information. Stay updated with the current situation by following your county’s guidelines and the CDC. I am confident that this wave of doubt, worry, and fear will end soon. I look forward to making your teeth and your smile extraordinary.