{"id":3136,"date":"2019-12-25T01:22:00","date_gmt":"2019-12-25T01:22:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/?p=3136"},"modified":"2021-08-17T14:41:21","modified_gmt":"2021-08-17T14:41:21","slug":"healthy-smile-dentist-in-richardson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/2019\/12\/25\/healthy-smile-dentist-in-richardson\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Healthy Smile Tips for the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-3137 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/holidays-2-300x151.jpg\" alt=\"young couple smiling\" width=\"300\" height=\"151\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/holidays-2-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/holidays-2-768x387.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/holidays-2-1024x516.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Every holiday season is full of memories as you spend time with family and friends. If you aren\u2019t careful, it can also leave a mark on your smile. Although it may only be a couple of months out of the year, a few bad habits during the season can increase your risk of preventable oral health issues, like tooth decay. There\u2019s no need to worry. Your dentist in Richardson has 5 tips to maintain a healthy smile throughout the holidays.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Eat sweets with dinner.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ve always been told you need to eat your dinner before\nyou can have your dessert. What if your dentist told you it\u2019s better to have\nyour sweets with your meal? Eating increases your saliva production to rinse\nsugar and food particles from your teeth. As a result, combining your dessert\nwith your dinner will reduce the risk of harmful bacteria lingering on your\nteeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Drink plenty of water.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You know you\u2019re supposed to drink plenty of water to stay hydrated,\nbut did you know it\u2019s also important for a healthy smile? Water keeps your\nmouth moist to rinse bacteria and food particles from your teeth in between\nbrushing and flossing. Although you\u2019ll be tempted with sweet juices and sodas,\nalways choose water when possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Choose crispy fruits and vegetables. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fruits and vegetables aren\u2019t just good for your waistline.\nThey also promote a healthy smile. Crunchy fruits and vegetables act like scrub\nbrushes for your teeth. They scrape off harmful biofilm that can lead to tooth\ndecay and gum disease. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Eat low-fat cheese. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Low-fat daily products create a healthy smile from the\ninside out. Cheese in particular is very beneficial because it contains calcium\nand phosphate, which are needed for healthy enamel. It also increases your\nsaliva production to reduce the bad bacteria in your mouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Visit your dentist. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Dental Association recommends everyone visits their\ndentist at least twice a year. If you haven\u2019t been in the last 6 months, now is\nthe perfect time to schedule a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">cleaning\nand checkup<\/a>. Not only will your smile look great, but your dentist can also\ndetect any issues in your mouth that may turn to a bigger problem down the\nroad. You can reduce the risk of a dental emergency ruining your holidays by\nscheduling an appointment now. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enjoy a Healthy Holiday Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can enjoy the holiday season without harming your teeth\nand gums. Although the next few weeks may be busy, stay committed to your\ndental health to ensure you start the new year with a healthy, beautiful smile.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Hamid Mirsepasi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 1997, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Hamid\nMirsepasi<\/a> has provided comprehensive dental care. Besides earning his\ndental degree, he furthered his education by 3 years to specialize in\nprosthodontics. He later went on to earn a Master of Science in Dentistry. He offers\nthe world-class care you deserve using the latest solutions in dentistry. If\nyou need an appointment before the year ends, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestrichardsondentist.com\/contact.html\">contact our office<\/a>\ntoday. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every holiday season is full of memories as you spend time with family and friends. If you aren\u2019t careful, it can also leave a mark on your smile. 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