{"id":337,"date":"2019-12-20T09:23:44","date_gmt":"2019-12-20T14:23:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.virginiagregory.com\/blog\/?p=337"},"modified":"2023-05-11T13:03:27","modified_gmt":"2023-05-11T13:03:27","slug":"cavity-free-holiday-tips-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilecarolinadental.com\/blog\/cavity-free-holiday-tips-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Keeping Your Household Cavity-Free Over the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smilecarolinadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/free-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-536\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although your dentist isn\u2019t Santa Claus, they can still tell if you\u2019ve been naughty or nice over the holidays based on the results of your next routine checkup. The last thing you would want to ruin your valuable time with your family is a pesky cavity that causes dental sensitivity and even pain. Because you\u2019ll be consuming more sweets than usual, you\u2019ll want to adjust your dental hygiene routine accordingly and make sure that harmful oral bacteria aren\u2019t accumulating in your mouth. Read on for five tips on how you can keep you and your family cavity-free over the holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stick To Your Dental Hygiene Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Between planning and making your family dinner, decorating the house, and shopping for gifts for all of your loved ones, the holidays can be hectic. Your massive to-do list can distract your from brushing every morning and night and flossing at least once a day. Be sure to set a reminder in your phone to alot time for your dental hygiene routine instead of jumping right into wrapping up your to-do list. Starting out your day by taking care of your body can make you feel more productive and energetic. That way, you\u2019ll feel ready to tackle any remaining holiday tasks that need to be done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Visit Your Dentist for a Checkup &amp; Cleaning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Taking your family in for their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilecarolinadental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">routine checkups and cleanings<\/a> is the best way to kick off or end your holiday season. You\u2019ll be able to rest assured knowing that everyone has a clean bill of health. Plus, while your children are still out of school and you have a few days off of work, it\u2019ll be easier to work around everyone\u2019s schedules and coordinate appointment times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watch Your Consumption of Sweets and Carbohydrates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the holidays, you\u2019re almost guaranteed to snack more on foods filled with sugar and carbohydrates than you normally do. Because of this, you can put yourself at an increased risk of developing cavities and oral health problems. That\u2019s why it\u2019s best to limit your consumption of these snacks and substitute healthy options, such as celery and carrots, every so often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Forget to Floss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to a survey conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only about 30 percent of American adults report flossing their teeth daily. It can seem like an inconvenient and pointless part of your dental hygiene routine when in reality, it\u2019s incredibly important. Removing food debris and plaque from between your teeth can not only freshen your breath, but also reduce your risk of developing cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rinse Your Mouth With Antibacterial Mouthwash<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you know you\u2019ll be eating more of your grandma\u2019s sweets over the holidays because that\u2019s one of the few times during the year that you can enjoy them, be sure to rinse your mouth with antibacterial mouthwash every day. This can reduce the accumulation of bacteria that produce enamel-eroding acid and toxins that cause cavities and gum disease to develop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any questions or would like more recommendations on how to keep your household cavity-free over the holidays, don\u2019t hesitate to contact your dentist in Mt. Pleasant!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About the Author <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Virginia Gregory has been optimizing her patients\u2019 oral health since she graduated with her dental medicine degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in 1985. She places an emphasis on providing her patients with thorough preventive dental care that helps them avoid severe oral health problems down the road. As a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Dental Association, and South Carolina Dental Association, she places an emphasis on using the latest dental technology and techniques at her practice. For questions or to schedule a routine checkup and cleaning after the holidays, visit her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilecarolinadental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call 843-884-8884.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although your dentist isn\u2019t Santa Claus, they can still tell if you\u2019ve been naughty or nice over the holidays based on the results of your next routine checkup. The last thing you would want to ruin your valuable time with your family is a pesky cavity that causes dental sensitivity and even pain. 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