Let’s switch gears. So, you avoided a hit. Great! But you’re thirsty. You chug a glucose-electrolyte potion to re-fuel. Here’s the sneaky part: that drink can be more acidic than battery acid in your mouth.
Every sip coats your teeth in sugar and acid. If you sip it throughout your match, you’re giving the acid a long, slow bath over your enamel. Over time, it softens your teeth. Then, even a soft sandwich can feel like chewing on sandpaper. I’m not exaggerating—your teeth become sensitive to cold air.
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You don’t need to panic. You just need to outsmart the drink. Drink it in one go, don’t swish it around like mouthwash, and rinse with plain water afterwards. Your teeth will thank you by not screaming when you sip iced tea.
Mouthguards: The Unsexy Hero
I know, I know. Mouthguards aren’t cool. They make you look like a boxer about to drool. But here’s a secret: squash players who wear them have way fewer dental emergencies. That’s a fact, not a guess.
Think of it like this: you wear goggles for your eyes, right? You wouldn’t step on court without eye protection. Why leave your teeth undefended? A basic boil-and-bite mouthguard costs less than a pizza dinner. A root canal costs as much as a weekend trip.
Honestly, after wearing one for a week, you forget it’s there. And the peace of mind? Priceless. You can finally lunge without thinking, “Is my smile safe?”
