The
holidays are a time for family, friends, and lots of good food. But if you’re
not careful, all that holiday cheer could lead to some serious dental problems!
The last thing you need you’re your busy holiday schedule is a dental
emergency. That is why dental health during the holidays is critical. Taking
care of your teeth this holiday season is essential for keeping your mouth
healthy and happy throughout the holidays and into the new year. Here are the
best ways to take care of your teeth this holiday season:
1.
Brush & Floss Regularly – Brushing and flossing twice a day is the best way
to prevent tooth decay and gum disease during the holidays. Make sure you use
an American Dental Association (ADA) approved fluoride toothpaste when
brushing, as fluoride helps strengthen enamel against bacteria and acidity from
sugary foods. Be sure to brush for at least two minutes each time—it takes that
long for the fluoride in toothpaste to do its job! And don’t forget about
flossing once per day; it removes plaque between teeth which can cause cavities
or gum disease if left unchecked.
2.
Limit Sugary Treats – As much as we love them, sugary treats like cookies,
cakes, candy canes, eggnog lattes—you name it—are bad news for our pearly
whites! Sugar reacts with plaque on our teeth creating acids that erode away at
enamel over time leading to cavities or worse yet periodontal (gum) disease.
Try opting out of sweets whenever possible by choosing healthier options like
fruits or nuts instead; they’ll satisfy your sweet tooth without damaging those
chompers!
3.
Stay Hydrated – Staying hydrated during the holidays is often overlooked but
staying hydrated throughout the year helps keep saliva production high which
washes away food particles after eating while also neutralizing acidic levels
in our mouths caused by sugar consumption helping reduce risk of decay or gum infections.
So make sure you drink plenty of water throughout each day especially after
consuming sugary snacks/drinks so those little bacteria don't get a chance to
wreak havoc on our smiles!
4. Get Professional Cleanings - Regular professional cleanings help remove hard-to-reach plaque buildup along with any tartar deposits around gums which can lead to inflammation & infection if left untreated so be sure schedule cleaning appointments with dentist every 6 months even during busy times such as winter break. This will ensure your smile stays sparkling bright & healthy well into the new year!
5.
Watch What You Eat - Eating crunchy vegetables like carrots, celery, cucumbers
etc...helps increase saliva flow naturally removing excess bacteria from mouth
plus these type foods act natural abrasive scraping off stuck bits of food
between teeth reducing chances getting cavity . Other than veggies avoid
drinking too many sodas / juices & limit starchy/sticky snacks such as
potato chips white breads since these tend stick onto surfaces longer
increasing likelihood developing decay.
6.
Chew Sugarless Gum - Chewing sugarless gum increases saliva production helping
wash away leftover particles preventing build up acids from forming on surface
areas plus there's added bonus being fresher breath due presence xylitol found
most sugarless varieties inhibiting growth certain types oral bacteria
responsible causing bad odors . Following these simple tips will help protect
both short term health long term wellness giving us peace mind knowing were
taking all necessary steps toward maintaining beautiful healthy smile throughout
entire holiday season !
Please
remember that we are here for you for any dental emergencies. Happy holidays
from the Precious Smiles Team!!!
You can make an appointment with our cosmetic dentist by calling our friendly staff at (305) 532-9114 or by visiting http://www.precioussmiles.com. Please don't hesitate to contact Precious Smiles if you have any questions about cosmetic dentistry, dental veneers, Invisalign, tooth whitening, or dental implants. Miami Beach dentist, Dr. Mereos, and the Precious Smiles team look forward to meeting with you and developing a plan tailored to meet your individual needs. “We take pride in helping our patients achieve the best results in the least amount of time possible.”
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