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TO THE AVID<\/b> swimmers out there, you may have noticed that your teeth are at their most sensitive after you get out of the pool. It\u2019s not something that\u2019s obvious after just one afternoon at the lap pool, but endless swimming time can take a toll on our teeth.<\/p>\nSwimmer\u2019s Calculus: Enamel Erosion from Pool Chlorine<\/h3>\n
The term \u201cswimmer\u2019s calculus\u201d might sound like something out of an advanced math class, but it actually refers to a dental health condition. After prolonged exposure to the acidic chlorine ions in pool water, a swimmer\u2019s teeth can develop yellow or brown stains<\/strong>.<\/p>\n While chlorine is great for keeping the pool sanitary for all the people who enjoy swimming in it, it can cause the water\u2019s pH levels to become more acidic if it isn\u2019t monitored carefully. Because our teeth are so vulnerable to erosion from acid, even the mild acidity of pool water like this can increase the risk of developing these stains.<\/p>\n Maybe you prefer scuba diving over swimming at the local pool. In your case, the risk to keep in mind isn\u2019t swimmer\u2019s calculus. Instead, you could be at risk of something called \u201ctooth squeeze\u201d or barodontalgia<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Have you ever felt the pressure building up in your ears when you dive to the bottom of the deep end? A similar pressure can build inside teeth \u2014 particularly teeth with untreated cavities or that have undergone faulty dental work. The pressure can grow to such a degree that it fractures the tooth<\/strong>, which is why we recommend starting your diving season off with a dental visit. That way you\u2019ll know which teeth are more vulnerable.<\/p>\n Ear and sinus squeeze are other problems you may encounter while diving:<\/strong><\/p>\nScuba Divers Have Their Own Dental Health Concerns<\/h3>\n