The holidays will be here before you know it, and we want to see you before your schedule fills up! With a visit now for an exam, we can start treatment before the year comes a close. In today’s blog, your Astoria, NY, dentist talks about improving your smile before your festive celebrations begin!
The Impact of the Holidays on Your Smile
During Thanksgiving and the holidays to come, when you sit down with friends and family to celebrate, you are likely enjoying meals with a ton of starch and sugar. While these are delicious, too much sugar and starch mean the ingredients can become trapped between the teeth for bacteria to consume. The result is a higher risk of plaque and tartar buildup, a complication that weakens enamel to cause cavities. The same layers can irritate and inflame the gums to cause gingivitis and gum disease. But we don’t want you to miss out on your favorite meal items, we have a few tips for keeping your smile safe during the holiday season and beyond!
Protecting Your Teeth and Gums
When you attend your festive meals, try to enjoy items rich in starch or high in sugar in moderation. You can also add fresh fruit and vegetables to your plate. Not only are these healthy, but items like broccoli, carrots, and apples help scrub away plaque as you consume them. A glass of water with your meal also helps rinse away the particles to better safeguard your smile. Be sure that even if you are out of town, you brush and floss daily! Now is also a good time to see our team.
Help From Our Team
Starting next week, you have a little time before everyone closes down for the holidays and the year ends. Now is the time to see us for a checkup and cleaning, so we can examine your smile and plan treatment for issues like tooth decay. We also clean your teeth, which brightens them and lowers the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. You can also use your remaining 2025 dental insurance benefits before they expire at the end of the year.
If you have any questions about how to protect your smile during the holiday celebrations, or if you would like to arrange a visit for your last checkup and cleaning of 2025, then contact our office today. Let’s work together so your family can start 2026 with healthier smiles!
Schedule Your Appointment to See Our Team
Our team wants to help you start a new year with an improved smile. To schedule your next appointment with our office, contact Jeffrey Leibowitz, DDS in Astoria, NY by calling 718-728-8320 today.
