With the holidays around the corner, you still have time to see our team before your schedule gets too busy. We want to ensure you and your family start 2026 with bright and healthy smiles. In today’s blog, your Rowlett, TX, dentist talks about how to prepare your smiles and protect them during the holiday season.
Sugar, Starch, and Tooth Decay
During this time of year, you will often be sitting down to big meals that contain lots of starch heavy foods, and desserts with tons of sugar. While these are fun, they also increase the risk of cavities, as bacteria will consume the sugar and starch particles to create the plaque buildup that weakens enamel and inflames gum tissues. We want you to enjoy your holiday fun, but also to take a few simple steps to lower the risk of cavities and keep your smile strong!
Protecting Smiles at Home
When you sit down for these meals, try to enjoy options high in starch and sugar in moderation. You can also better balance your plate by adding fresh fruits and vegetables, as fresh broccoli, carrots, and apples could help scrub away plaque and starch/sugar particles. Also, enjoy a glass of water with your meal to help rinse away these harmful particles. You should also make sure you brush and floss regularly too!
Help From Our Team
Wen can help too! You should schedule your last checkup and cleaning of 2025 now, so we can examine and clean your smile, and also offer treatment for issues like tooth decay. We can help you start a new year with a healthier and brighter smile! We also offer preventive treatments for kids, such as fluoride varnish and dental sealants to help lower the risk of cavities for months or even years at a time. A visit now is also a chance to use your remaining 2025 dental benefits and health savings account funds before they expire at the end of the year.
If you have any questions about protecting your smile from cavities and gum disease during and after the holidays, or if you want to see us now to help start the season with a healthier smile, then reach out to our team right now to get started.
Schedule a Visit With Rodem Tree Dental for Better Oral Health
We would love to help you enjoy good oral health and start 2026 with a smile that makes you feel confident. Our team can offer general and preventive treatments, as well as a full range of cosmetic treatments, lifelike restorations, and even durable and natural-looking replacement options for those with missing teeth. To find out more about keeping your teeth strong and healthy, call Rodem Tree Dental in Rowlett, TX at 972-475-2321.
