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After a long year of practicing social distancing, the holidays will be a little brighter this time around. As you gather with friends and loved ones, your child will experience many seasonal dishes to celebrate the holidays. Although they might love cranberry sauce with a slice of turkey, their smile may not. You don\u2019t want the holidays to leave a lasting mark on your child\u2019s smile. Your pediatric dentist recommends moderating the consumption of 3 of the worst holiday foods for growing smiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Stuffing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stuffing is found on many dinner tables. Although it\u2019s a tasty side dish, it contains a lot of sugar that can increase the risk of tooth decay. The primary ingredient in stuffing is bread, which is rich in carbohydrates. Enzymes in the mouth almost instantly convert the starches into sugars, which fuel cavitity-causing bacteria. Encourage your child to fill up on vegetables instead of getting a second serving of stuffing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Candy Canes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether hanging from a Christmas tree or taped on a gift, candy canes are everywhere. They are basically pure sugar with a little flavor thrown in. They come in several flavors, making them a sweet treat for people of all ages. Unfortunately, the high sugar content combined with high fructose corn syrup can erode the enamel. Since candy canes aren\u2019t eaten all at once, teeth are bathed in the sugars for a prolonged time. The risk of oral health issues doesn\u2019t decrease if they chew the candy. Hard candies can quickly lead to a broken or fractured tooth. You can avoid a trip to an emergency dentist and satisfy your child\u2019s sweet tooth by encouraging chocolate because it is safer for their teeth because it’s easier to remove.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Eggnog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many people say eggnog is an acquired taste, but children love the holiday treat. Unfortunately, it often has a lot of sugar that can destroy your child\u2019s developing smile. Sugar-free options are great alternatives to prevent tooth decay, so your child can continue to savor their seasonal favorite. They should also drink plenty of water to keep their mouth clean between brushing and flossing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Encourage a Healthy Holiday Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t let the holidays tarnish your child\u2019s beautiful smile. Besides choosing healthy holiday foods, encourage your child to brush their teeth at least twice a day. Consider an electric toothbrush with a timer to ensure they are brushing for a full 2 minutes. If they are over the age of 6, it\u2019s important they floss their teeth nightly, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By keeping all this in mind, they\u2019ll have a healthy, beautiful smile to start the upcoming year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Dr. Marie Tremblay<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Tremblay<\/a> earned her dental degree at the University of Montreal before continuing her training in pediatric dentistry at Tufts University. She has completed post-graduate courses in pediatric services to promote the health and development of young smiles. If it\u2019s time for your child\u2019s preventive cleaning and checkup, contact our office<\/a> today to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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