Your team at Palatine Complete Dental wishes you a happy and healthy holiday season! With the holidays come fun times and extravagant foods, treats, and beverages for you to enjoy.
Additionally, your dentist in Palatine, IL, offers a few helpful tips for keeping your smile happy and healthy throughout the season. Here's what you should know.
How to Have a Tooth-Friendly Holiday Season
Whether you're traveling or staying home for the holidays, here are key steps to help you avoid tooth decay and dental emergencies.
- Consistent Home Care — If you're traveling, don't forget to pack your tooth supplies, such as your toothbrush, floss, and toothpaste.
- Manage Your Sugar Intake — Eating sugary treats along with meals helps to reduce their negative impact on your teeth. Drinking water with your meal can also help reduce the effects of sugar- or acidic-containing beverages, such as red wine.
- Pick Smart Snacks — Instead of snacking on cookies or candy, choose cheese, fruits, or nuts to reduce your sugar intake.
- Drink Your Water — Drinking plenty of water not only keeps you hydrated, but also helps wash away debris from your mouth.
- Manage Stress Levels — The holidays can be stressful, which could manifest in tooth clenching and grinding (bruxism) at night. Be sure to wear your night guard to protect your teeth while you sleep.
Book Your Next Dental Appointment
If it's time for your next preventive teeth cleaning and checkup, now is a great time to book to protect your smile during the holidays. If you're not due for preventive care now, it's also a good reminder to check your schedule and ensure that your 2026 appointment is on the books.
Preventive exams and teeth cleanings in Palatine are among the best ways to protect your smile and oral health. Contact our team at (847) 359-7520 to schedule an appointment.