Top 7 Dental Tips for Christmas from Kreativ Dental Albury
With the holiday season quickly approaching, Kreativ Dental Albury understands that everyone is busy gathering with family and friends or shopping for gifts for their loved ones.
Even with the increased holiday schedules, we want you and your family to have the best oral health possible.
Here are 7 key oral care tips to bear in mind as you get for the holiday dinners and parties:
#1. Beware of the buffet
Another pitfall many of us experience is eating tiny feasts throughout the day during the holiday, even though tasty food is everywhere. But eating all day seems to endanger our teeth more since the food gets to stay in the mouth, waiting to be broken down by bacteria, which causes pain.
If you snack regularly, make sure it’s on food that is good for your teeth, like raw vegetables or cheese.
#2. Don’t brush after bubbly
Sparkling wine is sugary and acidic, twice as harmful to tooth enamel. If you enjoy a glass, wait an hour before brushing to minimise the damage. The same applies to all acidic foods and beverages.
#3. Keep drinking water
You require strength for the holiday business but do not indulge in sodas, sports drinks, and juices full of sugar. Drink fluoride-containing water so that your teeth may remain healthy and strong.
#4. Choose dark chocolate over sticky toffee
While staying away from sweets during the holidays might not be possible, you can reduce damage as much as possible by avoiding hard candies, which may damage teeth, or candies and toffees, which cling tenaciously to teeth.
#5. Watch your wine glass
Just bear in mind that red will make your teeth look red, and so will wine, for that matter. White wine is relatively harmless to your white smile. If you take red, you’d better take it with meals so your teeth don’t turn the colour. Clean your teeth well if you consume reds and wash them with vegetables and cheese.
#6. Don’t forget your routine
The busy holiday season’s bustle gives a child many reasons to disturb the regular oral hygiene regimen, but nothing is more important than maintaining it.
It would help if you brushed your teeth at least once in the morning and once before going to bed and flossed as soon as you were done consuming a meal.
Staying consistent with your routine can prevent cavities, gum irritation, and other oral health issues from sneaking up on you.
#7. Schedule a dental check-up appointment
The holiday season is a great time to reflect on your health; your oral health should be no exception. Scheduling a dental check-up ensures that your teeth and gums stay in tip-top shape not just during the holidays but all year round.
Preventative care is key to catching potential issues early, such as cavities, gum disease, or even wear and tear from grinding your teeth during stressful times.
If it’s been a while since your last visit, now is the perfect opportunity to book an appointment with your Albury dentist.
Your teeth will feel renewed and polished after a professional cleaning, and your dentist can also provide tailored advice to help you navigate holiday-specific challenges, such as handling extra sugar or caring for sensitive teeth in cooler weather.
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Choose toys instead of treats.
Rather than bringing your children a bag with sweets for the countdown, try offering them a bag full of fun games, jokes, or puzzles for the family.
Carol, as you clean
Several do not brush for two minutes each time. Sing some Christmas songs while brushing your teeth, and you will be set.
Don’t cut tape with your teeth.
It is also worth noting that teeth should be mentioned only for eating and eating. Don’t be tempted to crack nuts, tear tape, or open tight bottle tops with them. We don’t want any emergencies over the holidays!
Take more turkey
Turkey is a healthy festive food for our teeth. The protein contains phosphorous, which strengthens teeth and bones. Go ahead, tuck in!
Pack your toothbrush
Going on a holiday getaway? Don’t forget to pack your essentials – toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, mouthwash, and any current treatments (e.g. Invisalign trays).
Need More Dental Tips? Visit Your Albury Dentist Today!
The Kreativ Dental Albury team hopes you have found these dental tips helpful as you enter the holiday season.
If you live in or near Albury and are ready to change your dental experience, call us today and schedule your next appointment for the holiday season.
Visit your Albury dentist today!
Call (02) 6021 4171 or find us at 525 Wilson St in Albury.