Who doesn’t want to enjoy the season with some festive holiday treats? Unfortunately, if the only thing you look forward to, this time of year, is the excuse to eat lots of sugar, you may start the new year with dental discomfort, and possibly even a cavity. Do you feel bad about giving your kids too many candies during the Christmas season? To avoid damaging your teeth, here are some great tips from your general dentist for keeping your smile – and your family’s smiles, healthy all through this merry season!
Give Non-Edible Gifts to Neighbors and Friends
Sure, your grandmother’s fudge recipe is fantastic and those chocolate chip cookies you bake every year have been a welcome gift. But that doesn’t mean your friends need you to deliver copious amounts of sugar. In fact, they’re probably already getting plenty.
So, this year, instead of handing out baked goods or other potentially teeth-damaging treats that could leave them less than merry at their next dental checkup, consider giving longer-lasting and dentist-approved alternatives, like games perfect for impromptu family nights, affordable DVD’s of your favorite holiday movie, or tickets to the local zoo or theatre.
Fill the Kids’ Stockings with Something Other than Sugar
Your kids may be used to getting lots of chocolate and other candies in their stockings, but that doesn’t mean that’s the only thing that will elicit joy on Christmas morning. This year, opt for healthier alternatives like small puzzles and games, costume jewelry, action figures, etc. These gifts won’t damage their smiles, plus they will be fun to play with on Christmas day.
For older kids, consider mixing essentials like socks or deodorant, with fun extras like music giftcards, a new pair of headphones, tickets to see the month’s biggest blockbuster, and other non-perishable items!
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