During the warmer months, people tend to spend more time outdoors soaking up the beautiful summer sun. But before heading outside, everyone knows to lather up with sunscreen to prevent sunburn. Unfortunately, not everyone knows that lips need sun protection too – and that can be putting your oral health at risk. Read on to learn why it’s important to protect your lips from the sun and how you can keep them safe this season.

With the pandemic largely coming to an end, many people are now taking the time to make plans for summer vacation. But if you plan to make a trip, either by yourself or with the family, it’s crucial that you know how to prevent dental emergencies before you leave. After all, you don’t want your time off to be dampened or even outright cancelled because of a toothache, broken enamel, or oral infection. Here are five ways you can stay proactive this summer.