Keep Your Smile Healthy During These Holidays

The holiday spread is on the table but you may be feeling a little anxious when it comes to indulging. The holidays are a time when all the dietary rules go out the window, which is fine for a day, but don’t make it a habit. To keep your smile and your waistline healthy and happy, Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry is here to help you make wiser choices.

When attending a party that you aren’t bringing a dish to, you can’t go wrong with the vegetable tray. Carrots are crunchy, firm, and full of water and help scrub your teeth like a natural toothbrush. Dairy products that usually make their way to the holiday table are cheese, and eggs, which are an excellent source of Vitamin D. There are plenty of treats out there to benefit your smile. Whatever you decide to consume, just be sure to brush after every meal!

If you would like to discuss dental health, please give us a call. To learn more about the services we provide at our practice, visitwww.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call 903-455-6701.

Diet and Dental Health

To prevent cavities and maintain good oral health, your diet – what you eat and how often you eat are important factors. Changes in your mouth start the minute you eat certain foods. This is why it’s important to make sure that you are eating the right ones. Dr. Christopher Emuedue may not be able to monitor your diet, but he can tell you how yours affects your dental health and what foods to eat to keep those teeth healthy.

Bacteria in the mouth convert sugars and carbohydrates from the foods you eat to acids, and it’s these acids that begin to attack the enamel on teeth, starting the decay process. The more often you eat and snack, the more frequently you are exposing your teeth to the cycle of decay. The best food choices for the health of your mouth include cheeses, chicken or other meats, nuts, and milk. These foods are thought to protect tooth enamel by providing the calcium and phosphorus needed to remineralize teeth.  Other food choices include firm/crunchy fruits and vegetables. These foods have a high water content, which dilutes the effects of sugars they contain, and stimulate saliva flow that helps wash away harmful acids.

For more information about the services we provide at the practice, visit www.greenvillefamilydentistrytx.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Christopher Emuedue at Greenville Family Dentistry in Greenville, TX, call 903-455-6701.