As the Easter Bunny hops closer every day, you can practically smell the jellybeans and chocolate coming your way! With this in mind, you may discover that you experience a mix of emotions. Of course, you love the sweet, sugary side of this holiday because it’s absolutely delicious! On the other hand, you’re aware that digging into an Easter basket full of goodies that will provide you with hours of indulgence may not necessarily be so wonderful for your oral health. So, what to do? This is the moment in which our Auburn Hills, MI team reminds you that we have tips to let you have fun and protect your teeth and gums, too!
Tip: Choose The Chocolate, Skip The Chewy
We remind patients that when you are essentially trying to choose the least harmful of many options and the day in question is Easter, you should lean toward the chocolate and away from the chewy candies. Of course, the day is full of both! Remember the following: All things sticky and chewy, from gummy candies to marshmallow ones are going to coat your teeth! They can also be hard on your jaw joints or can get caught around things like bridges. Chocolate, on the other hands, melts away. As long as you’re choosing something that’s easy to break apart with your teeth, then this is your safest selection.
Tip: Keep Water With You All Day Long
Don’t forget that an easy way to rinse your smile clean of cavity-causing sugar is to drink (and swish) with water. While you are free to head to a restroom every time you eat candy, so you can rinse, why not just keep a bottle of water with you instead? Every time you eat something that’s not on the safe list for your oral health, you can sip without having to go out of your way!
Tip: See Us When You Need Us!
If you are already having some issues with your smile health, you may wish to come in to see us just as soon as you can. Or, if you realize over Easter that every time you bite into something sweet, it sends a zing of pain through your tooth, you should definitely follow through on contacting us. Seeing us for dental care will allow you to restore your oral health if any problems are affecting you, whether decay or otherwise.
Prepare For Holiday Fun With Our Help
Come to us for any questions you may have in regard to enjoying your life in a realistic way (such as indulging in holiday treats) without sacrificing the health of your smile. Our team is always happy to help. To learn more, schedule an appointment or initial consultation by calling Advanced Dental Concepts in Auburn Hills, MI today at (248) 852-1820.
