{"id":192,"date":"2018-12-04T22:18:01","date_gmt":"2018-12-04T22:18:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/?p=192"},"modified":"2019-01-09T22:21:03","modified_gmt":"2019-01-09T22:21:03","slug":"how-to-maintain-oral-health-in-wakefield-over-the-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schumacherdental.com\/blog\/how-to-maintain-oral-health-in-wakefield-over-the-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Maintain Oral Health in Wakefield Over the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The holiday season can bring a ton of fun and parties, but\nunfortunately, it can also bring cavities and tooth decay. During this time of\nyear, sugar is at an all time high. Thankfully, there are some easy ways you\ncan maintain oral health in Wakefield while still enjoying all of the season\u2019s\nparties and festivities. Keep reading to discover some surprising tips for\nkeeping your teeth healthy during this season of sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Snack Tray is Your First Stop<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At your next holiday party, head on over to the snack tray\ninstead of grabbing a drink first. This crucial pitstop can prevent risks of\nsurface staining and tooth decay! Cheeses leave a wax-like coating on your\nteeth, which acts as an extra layer of protection. Additionally, crunchy\nveggies found on snack trays stimulate your saliva flow, which washes away\nplaque and bacteria that can cause dental issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You should also keep in mind that snacking all day can\naffect your oral health. If you don\u2019t give your mouth a break between meals, it\ncan\u2019t produce the necessary saliva that it needs to wash away plaque and\nbacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Try Sugar-Free Sweets<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sweets and baked goods for the holidays can be sugar-free\nand still taste great! There are various substitutes that you and other party\nhosts can use, like xylitol, to provide mouth-healthy sweets. When sugar meets\nthe bacteria in your mouth, it turns into acid, which leads to cavities. That\u2019s\nwhy the best way to prevent cavities during the holidays is going sugarless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Water is Your Friend<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Rinse your mouth out with water throughout your holiday\nparty to wash away sugar and food debris! This quick pitstop to the bathroom\ncan even prevent stains from any seasonal beverages that you consume. You can\nalso sip on a glass of water throughout the day. This not only keeps you\nhydrated and healthy, but it also rinses away food debris. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Visit Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your dentist\nin Wakefield<\/a> is a great person to see once all of your holiday plans\nhave died down. They will be able to check your smile to make sure you got\nthrough the season cavity-free, and they can also detect any early signs of\ndental problems. Plus, if you did indulge in some red wine and feel like your\nteeth could look a little whiter, they can give you a professional whitening\ntreatment to brighten your grin for the new year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now that you have some healthy holiday tips, you can\ncelebrate the festivities and keep your smile looking and feeling great at the\nsame time. This time of year isn\u2019t known for its health, but you can start the\ntrend!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet the Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Rob Schumacher is an experienced dentist who has a\npassion for providing quality care. He tends to see more cavities and decay\nduring this time of year, which is why he wants you to know some healthy\nholiday tips. He currently runs his own practice, and he can be contacted\nthrough is website<\/a> or\nby phone at (781) 334-3400 for any questions. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The holiday season can bring a ton of fun and parties, but unfortunately, it can also bring cavities and tooth decay. During this time of year, sugar is at an all time high. 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