{"id":147,"date":"2022-11-04T23:26:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-04T23:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/?p=147"},"modified":"2022-11-30T23:27:43","modified_gmt":"2022-11-30T23:27:43","slug":"holiday-dental-health-tips-from-your-dentist-in-edison","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/2022\/11\/04\/holiday-dental-health-tips-from-your-dentist-in-edison\/","title":{"rendered":"Reasons to Appreciate Your Teeth This Thanksgiving"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"180\" src=\"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_294430247__1___1669850291_39269-300x180.jpg\" alt=\"Thanksgiving food and family  \" class=\"wp-image-148\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_294430247__1___1669850291_39269-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_294430247__1___1669850291_39269-768x462.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_294430247__1___1669850291_39269.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>That gravy your grandmother made to go on the Thanksgiving turkey seems even better than last year! Between all the eating and catching up with relatives you haven\u2019t seen in a while to chat, your teeth have a lot to do this time of year. There are some holiday dental health tips to be aware of so you can take great care of your teeth while you are making memories. Keep reading to get some advice from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">your dentist in Edison<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid the Wine and Dine Plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Or at least pass on the wine part if you can help it. The tannins found in wine can stain your teeth and the acid weakens your enamel. Once the enamel is gone, you can never get it back. The same goes for acidic fruit juices like apple juice or orange juice that might be found at the kids\u2019 table. If you partake in these beverages, be sure to brush afterward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Protein Please<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Duck, ham, and certainly turkey are all good options if you lean toward more protein in the form of a second helping of meat and vegetables for the benefit of your teeth. Also, starchy side dishes like stuffing and dinner rolls are problematic for your enamel. Like sugar, starch sticks to your teeth and feeds the acid-producing bacteria that cause cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Skip the Sweets If You Have the Strength<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The second helping reference in the last paragraph was in regard to going with more meat and vegetables instead of loading up a big dessert plate \u2013 if you have the willpower, of course. It\u2019s not shocking to hear that just about any sort of pie and even cranberry sauce is bad news for your teeth. By passing on the pie plate, you are helping prevent bacteria from feeding off all that sugar. If you must delve into dessert, be sure to rinse your mouth with water afterward and brush your teeth when you can.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Having Floss Handy Is Always Smart<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people eat throughout the day on Thanksgiving. It\u2019s easier on your teeth just to eat a couple of times so sugar isn\u2019t giving them trouble throughout the day, but either way, it\u2019s a great idea to floss after any meal. You\u2019ll prevent the buildup of food particles between teeth that you might not even know are there otherwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It takes more self-discipline and effort to follow through on some of these holiday suggestions, but looking at the long-term welfare of your teeth, they can make an enormous difference. These tips certainly apply to your meals on Independence Day, St. Patrick\u2019s Day, or next Tuesday \u2013 you get the idea. One more suggestion: after you navigate the challenges of holiday dining, visit your dentist in Edison for an exam and cleaning so they can make sure everything is going great for your dental health!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/meet-your-dentist.html\">Dr. Hiren Shah<\/a> earned his dental doctorate from New York University. He\u2019s a member of the American Dental Association. He became a dentist because he wanted a career path that would allow him to do something different every day. As your dentist in Edison, Dr. Shah will be happy to further discuss smart dental decisions you can make during and after mealtime at your next checkup and cleaning. Schedule an appointment on his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.signaturesmilesatedison.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (908) 834-8448.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>That gravy your grandmother made to go on the Thanksgiving turkey seems even better than last year! Between all the eating and catching up with relatives you haven\u2019t seen in a while to chat, your teeth have a lot to do this time of year. 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