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The weeks between Halloween and New Year\u2019s Eve are filled with cranberry sauce, mulled wine, pecan pie, and other delicious treats. So, it\u2019s not hard to see why this time of year has earned the nickname \u201cseason of sugar.\u201d Fortunately, you can help prevent cavities this Thanksgiving with a few simple swaps. Read on to learn what they are!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Fill Your Plate with Tooth-Friendly Foods First<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Around this time of year, patients are often bombarded with information on what they shouldn\u2019t<\/em> eat. While that\u2019s helpful to a point, it\u2019s also important to know that there are plenty of Thanksgiving staples that are tooth-friendly, starting with protein-packed turkey. Slow-cooked carrots, raw celery, and roasted Brussels sprouts are a few other dishes that can benefit your oral health, so fill your plate with these foods first!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Make Water Your Drink of Choice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Oftentimes, it isn\u2019t the sugar in the desserts that cause trouble; it\u2019s the sugar in beverages like pumpkin spiced lattes, creamy sodas, and mulled wine! So, consider making water your drink of choice this Thanksgiving. This simple swap will help you stay hydrated while also rinsing food particles from your teeth throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Don\u2019t Go Overboard on Sugar<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s very common for patients to overindulge on Thanksgiving, especially when it comes time for dessert. However, even on holidays, consuming added sugar in excess can dramatically increase your chances of developing cavities. That\u2019s why it\u2019s a good idea to cut back on sugar where you can, whether that\u2019s having water instead of wine with dinner or having just one slice of pie instead of two or three.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Keep a Travel-Sized Toothbrush and Toothpaste with You<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

According to The American Automobile Association, more than 55 million people travel between Wednesday and Sunday. If you\u2019re one of them, then double and triple-check that you have a toothbrush and toothpaste with you. Having a travel-sized set of oral hygiene tools is especially helpful because it makes it easy to clean your teeth whether you\u2019re at the airport, at a restaurant on the side of the road, or at a relative\u2019s house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At EMA Dental<\/a>, you\u2019ll find five exceptional dentists as well as an amazing team of dental hygienists, dental assistants, and administrators. As a result, you can turn to us for all of your dental needs \u2013 from your routine checkups<\/a> and essential restorative care to custom cosmetic dentistry! If you would like to learn more about how to protect your smile during the holidays or you\u2019d like to schedule an appointment, you\u2019re more than welcome to get in touch via our website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

The weeks between Halloween and New Year\u2019s Eve are filled with cranberry sauce, mulled wine, pecan pie, and other delicious treats. So, it\u2019s not hard to see why this time of year has earned the nickname \u201cseason of sugar.\u201d Fortunately, you can help prevent cavities this Thanksgiving with a few simple swaps. Read on to […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1466","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n4 Simple Ways to Prevent Cavities This Thanksgiving | EMA Dental<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"You want to start 2024 with a healthy smile, right? 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