HOLIDAYS AND HEALTHY TEETH Presented by Steven J. Thompson, D.D.S. The holidays are when we tooth decay. The same applies get to enjoy good times with to sugary or acidy beverages our friends and family and like soda. The big winner in the consuming some special treats "healthy" category is probably s certainly a part of the whole the turkey which contains plenty experience. So Im certainly of protein and phosphorous not going to recommend you to help strengthen your teeth avoid all the great sweet treats Fruits and vegetables are also a that are around, but it is always great substitute for some of the good to keep the consumption more damaging holiday treats of sugary treats to a minimum. And cheese after your meal And if you can't brush right af- helps counteract the acidity of terwards, at least make sure other foods while providing you drink plenty of water to help healthy calcium. rinse away the sugar and acids that can damage your teeth. Of with good brushing and floss particular concern are the sweet ing habits and enjoy this special and gooey things like that deli- time of year! cious pecan pie that sticks toWe are located at your teeth. Chewing on hard 42 Public Square, Most importantly, keep up ndy or ice cubes can result Square, in broken teeth so be careful Holley and can with those. Also, while "graz be reached at ing is sometimes considered 638-5435 a healthy eating style, the con- tinuous supply of food and sugar is more likely to lead to Our goal is to "create" happy, healthy patients through gentle care, education & excellence in dentistry www.thompsondentalcare.com