Healthy Holiday Teeth Tips

While the holiday season is a time to celebrate, remember to stay on top of your family’s oral health too. In addition to brushing every day, it’s important to create dental habits that’ll leave your pearly whites in great shape.

The following dental holiday tips will help you and your family maintain good oral health all year long.

  • Drink Lots of Water:

    Aside from keeping you hydrated, water helps you stay full so that you don’t overindulge with sugary snacks during the holidays. Water also washes away unhealthy bacteria which can lead to dental problems.

  • Make Healthy Choices:

    Give your teeth a break from holiday treats by eating more fruits and veggies. Along with helping you manage your sugar intake; it’ll prevent oral health problems like cavities.

  • Grab a stick of sugar free cinnamon gum:

    In addition to keeping your breath fresh, cinnamon gum can stop harmful bacteria from sticking around in your mouth. Keep some on hand when you’re not able to brush.

  • Quench your thirst with a light-colored drink:

    Rather than sipping a holiday punch or red wine, opt for drinks that are clear and light in color. This measure will support keeping your dental Christmas routine on track.

  • Say cheese:

    Since you’ll be taking tons of photos during the holidays, you’ll want to maintain a healthy smile. Therefore, balance your alcohol intake with cheese since it’ll neutralize the acid in drinks that can harm your teeth.

  • Don’t use your teeth as an opener:

    Refrain from using your pearly whites to open wine or other bottles. Take a few minutes to find a cork so you don’t damage your teeth.

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Dr. Evans’ Office in Boulder looks forward to providing you and your family with the best oral care, cosmetic and general dentistry in Boulder so that you have healthy holiday teeth all year long.
Make an appointment with Dr. David Evans DDS online or call 303-442-0990 today!