h1> Primary Menu HOME ABOUT CONTACT ME PRIVACY POLICY DENTAL TIPS PREVENTIVE DENTAL CARE COMMON DENTAL TREATMENTS Ways To Maintain Your Child’s Oral Health During The Holidays Author Joseph Parker Published on August 7, 2019Leave a comment on Ways To Maintain Your Child’s Oral Health During The Holidays Ways To Maintain Your Child’s Oral Health During The Holidays We all know that the holidays can be a stressful time, and it is easy to overlook certain things. One of those things may be oral hygiene. It is easy to skip a day (or two) of brushing when you are running around like a crazy person, tending to holiday preparations. So here are some tips and tricks for navigating special occasions without putting your child’s oral health on the back burner. Pay Attention to Your Child’s Snacking Habits The holidays are a time when there are lots of delicious sweets and treats around. While it is nice to indulge in some candy or cookies every once in a while, be sure that your child does not make this a habit. In fact, it is best if everyone in your household refrains from overindulging in sweets. This will send the message to your child that they aren’t being punished; everyone is taking care of his or her oral health. When your son or daughter does have a sweet treat, make sure that he or she brushes his or her teeth before the day ends. In addition, offer your child sugarless gum to help quell his or her sweet tooth while promoting salivary production and helping to clear particles of food from his or her mouth. If the gum contains xylitol, it can even help eliminate oral bacteria. Give the Gift of Oral Health The holidays are the perfect time to treat your child to a tooth-related gift. Sneak a new soft toothbrush into his or her Christmas stocking, or fill his or her Easter basket with some fresh dental floss. Sure, you can add some other goodies in there as well, but you should always take an opportunity to promote good brushing and flossing habits! For the New Year, get your child excited about visiting the dentist if he or she has never been before. Pediatric dentists recommend that children begin going to the dentist soon after their first teeth present. Know How Different Foods Affect Your Child’s Teeth You know that sweet and sugary foods can lead to cavities and tooth decay, but there are other foods that can either hurt or help your child’s mouth, too. For instance, starches, especially those that are cooked, get broken down into sugars, and this makes them prime suspects for causing tooth decay. On the other hand, calcium-rich foods, such as milk and cheese, can give a healthful boost to your child’s teeth by neutralizing the naturally occurring acids in the saliva. Most importantly, enjoy the holidays and have your child see one of our dentists on a regular basis. Published on August 7, 2019 Author Joseph Parker Categories Blog Post navigation Previous article: Incognito Braces Will Not Be Visible Next article: Do You Care About Your Smile? – Orthodontic Treatment Will Help Leave a Reply You must be logged in to post a comment. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. Main Sidebar Search for: STAY TUNED OUR FRIENDLY BLOGS HEALTHY ARTICLES Are You Looking For Orthodontic Treatment Getting Used To Your Braces – Orthodontic Treatment Your Eating Habits and Braces – Orthodontic Treatment Do You Care About Your Smile? – Orthodontic Treatment Will Help Ways To Maintain Your Child’s Oral Health During The Holidays ADVERTISEMENT ARCHIVES March 2021 January 2021 December 2020 September 2020 August 2019 April 2019 February 2019 January 2019 November 2018 February 2018 December 2017 October 2017 July 2017 July 2015 June 2015 May 2015 April 2015 March 2015 February 2015 January 2015 December 2014 AS SEEN ON CATEGORIES BLOG COMMON DENTAL TREATMENTS DENTAL TIPS PREVENTIVE DENTAL CARE Footer Content