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Good Oral Hygiene Habits During The Holidays

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The holiday season is here, which means lots of sweets and for kids, a lot of time out of school. Which could be a potential recipe for tooth decay and dental infection in the months following this time of year. Which is why in today’s blog, your Garland, TX, dentist talks about good oral hygiene habits during the holidays.

Holidays and Tooth Decay

This time of year, we’re inundated with sweet treats, from holiday pies, Christmas cookies, hot chocolate, to your favorite starch-rich holiday meals. Too much sugar and starch could leave behind particles to feed harmful bacteria and increases the risk of tooth decay and even dental infections. Which is why we want you and your family to have a few tips to lower your risk of tooth decay! You can also enjoy your holiday sweets in moderation, and wash them down with a glass of water to fight tooth decay. Consider smile-healthy stocking stuffers too, such as electric toothbrushes, water flossers, and for kids, toothbrushes and toothpaste with their favorite cartoon and movie characters on them.

Brushing Your Teeth

Throughout the season, you and your kids need to brush your teeth regularly. You should do so in the morning and again at night for about two minutes, and always use a fluoride toothpaste to help strengthen the outer enamel. Make sure your toothbrush, whether electric or manual, has soft bristles to prevent inadvertent enamel damage. To help your kids, you can time them with a sand timer or a fun song or video. You can also bring them in for fluoride treatment and dental sealants before the year ends, so we can help lower the risk of tooth decay and use your 2022 dental insurance benefits before they expire.

Flossing Each Day

Kids and adults alike also need to floss every evening before going to bed, as this removes the food particles beyond the reach of a toothbrush bristles. You can use a pick or tape, as long as you’re cleaning up and down each side of every tooth, dipping below the gum line to remove trapped particles. This is essential for fighting bad breath and teeth stains, and also keeping cavities and gingivitis at bay. If you have any questions about protecting your children and yourself from tooth decay, then contact our team today to learn more.

Your Garland, TX, Dentist Discusses Good Oral Health Habits

We want to help you and your family enjoy healthy smiles during the winter season. To learn more about keeping smiles of all ages cavity-free, then please schedule a consultation today by contacting Mai Dentistry in Garland, TX at (972)-530-0552. You can also find our practice at 6850 N Shiloh Rd, Suite C Garland, TX 75044.

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