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The holidays are here, and that means an influx of sweet treats. The endless stream of cookies, cakes, pies, and other seasonal holiday foods during the holidays makes it difficult to protect your oral health from harm. So your teeth can make it through the season in good condition, here are five tips to help you prevent an oral health emergency<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Tip #1: Brush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Brushing your teeth twice per day for two minutes is always\na key part of maintaining a healthy smile. With the increased number of sugary\nand carb-heavy treats at your disposal during the holidays, it\u2019s arguably even\nmore important to keep your teeth clean. For optimal results, use a\nsoft-bristled toothbrush to avoid damaging your tooth enamel. Fluoride\ntoothpaste will also help strengthen your teeth and protect them from decay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #2: Floss <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Flossing at least once per day should be part of your normal\noral health routine, but you might want to do it even more during the holidays.\nIf you can\u2019t resist trying one of your coworker\u2019s homemade sugar cookies, this\nwill help remove food, bacteria, and plaque stuck between your teeth to lessen\nyour chances of developing cavities. You may even want to consider carrying\naround a kit with a travel-sized dental kit with a toothbrush, floss, and\ntoothpaste so you can clean your teeth no matter where you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #3: Drink Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dry mouth can lead to oral health issues such as increased\nplaque levels, cavities, mouth sores, gum disease, and cracked lips. Drinking plenty\nof water will wash away oral bacteria and food particles to keep these problems\nfrom developing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #4: Skip Sugary and Sticky Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Taffy, candy, caramel apples, and other sweet, sticky\nholiday treats are difficult to wash away and give harmful oral bacteria plenty\nof time to feast on them. The acids released by these bacteria will then attack\nyour tooth enamel and put you at a higher risk for cavities. Dark chocolate and\nsugar-free candy can satisfy your sweet tooth and are much easier to wash away.\nSugar-free hard candy also increases saliva production to help wash away oral\nbacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tip #5: Eat Protein<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Rolls, mashed potatoes, and other starchy and high-carb\nfoods break down into sugar during digestion. This means that they cause damage\nto your teeth in the same way that sweets do. Fill up on protein-packed meats\nand veggies like lean beef, turkey, chicken, fish, asparagus, Brussels sprouts,\npeas, and broccoli instead. Protein contains phosphorous, a mineral that improves\nthe strength of the teeth and jaw, so eating these foods will both fill your\nbelly and protect your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protect your teeth this holiday season with these five steps\nso you can spend more time with loved ones and less time having your smile\nrepaired by your dentist. It may be difficult to skip the sugar cookies at\nfirst, but your smile will thank you for it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Littleton Dental Studio aims to provide you with the\nefficient, effective, and reliable dental care you deserve so you can maintain\na beautiful smile during the holiday season and beyond. They will do what they\ncan to keep oral health issues from developing and can provide tips on how to\nkeep your teeth safe during the holidays. If you have any questions or are\ninterested in scheduling an appointment, call their office at (303) 794-1707 or\nvisit their website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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