Sleigh bells ring …

As I reflect on the meaning of Christmas, I am filled with appreciation.  I want to send out a personal “Thank You” to each of my patients. The trust and confidence you place in me and my team is truly appreciated. All year long, we are given the opportunity to share a small part of your life and build relationships, even friendships.  We are honored to have you as patients and appreciate your referrals.
It’s Christmas time, which means lots of family, food, fun… and a LOT of extra sweets! We enjoy holiday treats as much as anyone, so we wanted to give you some tips to keep you smiling and your teeth healthy this holiday season.
Snacking throughout the day can lead to more tooth problems. Try to eat the extra treats at meal times, rather than munching all day long. When we eat, the sugars in our foods are broken down by the bacteria and turned into acid. Acid is what attacks your teeth and causes the damage and decay. Grazing means that your teeth and gums are under constant attack!
“Say Cheese!!!” Cheese helps neutralize the pH in the mouth, thereby helping to prevent cavities. Even better, it doesn’t matter if it is regular, low fat or no fat, the oral health benefits remain the same. This makes cheese a great snack. And since we’re talking about the holidays, turkey is also good for oral health. Turkey, along with other high protein meats, are rich in phosphorous, which helps promote strong healthy teeth.
In the holiday spirit, we are supporting the Issaquah Food Bank and will make a $10.00 donation for each new patient treated in December 2013 and January 2014.
Dr. Mike Hamid Mirsepasi wishes you and your family a very Merry Christmas.  We look forward to seeing you in the New Year.