All You Need for Christmas...

Contributed by Specialist Dental Group

...are good dental tips (and your two front teeth)! Christmas is around the corner and any celebration during the festive season would not be complete without food.

During the year-end holiday season, your mouth and teeth will need to work harder to do the chewing and talking. It is important to ensure that your teeth are in good shape. If you have not seen a dentist for more than 6 months, make sure you have your teeth checked before the end of the year. This is to avoid unwanted surprises such as broken fillings, chipped teeth or a major toothache.

Holiday dental tips

1.     Choosing the right snacks! Moderate consumption of sticky, acidic, sugary dishes and food that requires more time to chew or suck, such as sweets and hard nuts.

2.     Watch what you drink. Soft drinks, frizzy beverages, or drinks that are too hot or too cold may not be friendly to your teeth. Whenever possible, use a straw to reduce the contact of the drink with your teeth.

3.     Brush after meals or the least gargle with plain water after eating.

4.     Prepare the young ones! You can help to watch your kids’ diets by introducing them to healthier snacks such as; cheese, carrot sticks, or fruits. If you are visiting your dentist before the holiday, bring them along!

5.     Keep the right contacts handy, such as your dentist’s emergency contact number and the hospital’s Accident and Emergency number.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!




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