Dental Safe Holiday Meals
The holiday season is in full swing and there is no way to hide the excitement of all your favorite delicacies that are spread across the table. While you can’t wait to dive in, it’s important to consider how these foods and drinks are going to affect your overall oral health. With the help of our family dentist in Santa Rosa, you’ll still happily enjoy this wonderful season without harming your teeth and gums.
Balance is Key
While some of your holiday exclusive favorites will only be around for a short amount of time, be sure you’re not overindulging. Balance is important and your smile will be grateful. In between some of these meals, enjoy some crunchy fruits and vegetables like apples and carrots to reinvigorate your teeth. Don’t forget to drink some water throughout this time of year, too!
Avoid Harmful Sweets and Treats
During this time of year, there are a plethora of candy canes, chestnuts, and numerous other over-crunchy, sticky, and sugary foods. It’s no secret how harmful these are for your smile, so we urge you to avoid them as much as possible. Look for other, safer alternatives to put your sweet tooth at bay instead of taking the fast line to several cavities.
Combine a Light-Colored Beverage with Delicious Cheese
Being conscious of your dental decisions all year can take a quick turn if you’re over-indulging during the holiday season. If you wake up one morning after a few nights of drinking red wine and consuming other dark-stained foods and drinks, the shade of your teeth may drastically change. A simple tip would be to switch over to lighter colored drinks that don’t have so much tannin that will stain your teeth. This choice, combined with snacking on cheese to neutralize the acidity of your drinks, will do far more for your smile than you may think.
Don’t Forget Your Daily Dental Routine
Despite the excitement around the holidays, don’t forget to stick to your daily dental routine. Every morning and night, it’s necessary to brush and floss your teeth in order to maintain a strong and healthy smile. If you let your seasonal plans get the best of you, your teeth and gums will suffer.
Get Ahead of Schedule
The holidays are busy for everyone! Once they’re over, you’ll certainly want some time to simply relax before getting back into the swing of things. Unfortunately, everyone is thinking the same thing. Get ahead of the rest by scheduling your routine cleaning and exam with us now so you won’t have to rush around to find an appointment later. With this tip, you’ll be able to keep your smile healthy and happy.
Looking for more simple tips to keep your smile shining during this holiday season? Don’t hesitate to give our family dentist in Santa Rosa a call today at (707) 571-7890 to learn more or to schedule that appointment for the new year. We look forward to giving you the healthiest and strongest smile in 2021!
