Wondering how to keep your pearly whites healthy during the holiday season? Keep reading as our dental team reveals their ultimate Naughty or Nice list for Christmas smiles!
On The Naughty List
- Snacking ALL Day – it can be tempting to graze on the various delicious festive treats this Christmas, but this can expose your teeth to harmful, cavity-causing bacteria! Sugary foods and drinks create the PERFECT environment for plaque to build up, and that puts your enamel at risk!
- Skipping Your Hygiene Routine – let’s be honest; we’re all preoccupied with wrapping presents, sending cards, and decorating the house so that our oral care can easily fall by the wayside. But even missing a day or two of brushing our teeth can allow plaque to harden and turn into tartar, which can only be removed by a dental professional!
- Alcohol Overload – Your favourite Christmas tipple – eggnog or mulled wine – can be highly acidic and erode your enamel over time. And that’s before we mention the sugar content, which is often very high in these beverages and increases the risk of cavities forming!
On The Nice List
- Brushing Twice A Day—Brush twice a day for two minutes—that’s the sweet spot! This brushing regime is the easiest way to protect your teeth during the Christmas holidays. And don’t forget to floss! Those toffees and mince pies love to stick between the teeth…
- Tooth–Friendly Treats – Not all snacks are bad for your oral health. Cheese, nuts, crunchy veggies … these festive favourites won’t harm your enamel and even help protect your smile by stimulating saliva production.
- Drinking Water – This may seem obvious, but you’d be surprised how many people forget to drink water throughout the day! Drinking water can help wash away sugars and acids to keep your teeth and gums healthy.
Book a Dental Appointment in Oakdale
The last and most important item on the Nice List is to book a post-holiday check-up at The Dental Centre Oakdale. If you’d like a little extra sparkle to your smile, treat yourself to a professional clean with our hygienist! Call 01495 225588 to book an appointment today.
Merry Christmas from all of us here at The Dental Centre Oakdale!
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