During the holidays, it is vital that you
steer clear of the sweets table for the sake of your teeth and gums. When you
munch on healthy party food, you will be more likely to get a green light the
next time you see your dentist. However, it is easy to be tempted when it comes
to holiday treats to avoid.
Keeping your teeth and gums healthy throughout
the year is easy, but once those holiday parties start rolling around, it may
be tough to stick to good oral hygiene. If you love the dried fruit that your
grandmother sends you every year, be sure to rinse after you enjoy. That sticky
fig will stay around much longer and can be hard to budge, even after you
brush.
Try to avoid starchy foods as much as you
can. Christmas cookies and cakes, and especially those fruitcakes that are both
starchy and filled with the sticky fruit mentioned above. It’s double trouble
when it comes to your Aunt Betty’s prized Brandied Fruit Cake.
Your dentist in Corona recommends sipping on
water between those holiday drinks. That champagne punch may be delicious, but
it can cause problems with your teeth. The sugar in the punch and the fizz in
the bubbly can cause acid erosion on your teeth.
Good oral hygiene, including regular checkups
with your dentist and enjoying a good healthy diet will go a long way in
protecting your teeth and gums and your overall long-term oral health.
Pay attention to your teeth and gums. If you
notice anything different, feel any pain, or have swollen or bleeding gums, it
is essential that you see your dentist as quickly as possible. You may want to
ignore that toothache until after the New Year, but skipping a dental checkup
could cause further damage. If a dental emergency should occur, it is vital
that you head to the dentist as quickly as possible.
