{"id":634,"date":"2022-12-01T22:40:00","date_gmt":"2022-12-01T22:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=634"},"modified":"2022-12-19T22:49:48","modified_gmt":"2022-12-19T22:49:48","slug":"stocking-stuffers-4-that-are-smile-friendly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/stocking-stuffers-4-that-are-smile-friendly\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Stocking Stuffers That Are Smile-Friendly"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/feature-image_huab58514942dd982370f52bbd6c899677_2387893_1200x1200_fill_q100_box_smart1-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Christmas scene with tree and stockings\" class=\"wp-image-635\" width=\"299\" height=\"299\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/feature-image_huab58514942dd982370f52bbd6c899677_2387893_1200x1200_fill_q100_box_smart1-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/feature-image_huab58514942dd982370f52bbd6c899677_2387893_1200x1200_fill_q100_box_smart1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/feature-image_huab58514942dd982370f52bbd6c899677_2387893_1200x1200_fill_q100_box_smart1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/feature-image_huab58514942dd982370f52bbd6c899677_2387893_1200x1200_fill_q100_box_smart1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/feature-image_huab58514942dd982370f52bbd6c899677_2387893_1200x1200_fill_q100_box_smart1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Are you excited for the holiday season? It\u2019s finally here! That means treats galore, but it also means that your smile is going to be at a higher risk of oral health issues than usual. Fortunately, the holiday season doesn\u2019t have to mean bad news for your beam. Dentist-approved stocking stuffers will help you keep your smile in check. Read on to learn about five that your family is sure to love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Idea #1: Reusable Straws<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Coffee, dark sodas, red wine, and other foods and beverages that are dark or highly pigmented can leave unsightly stains on your smile. Drinking your beverages through a straw makes this less likely to happen since they won\u2019t have as much contact with your teeth. Additionally, some reusable straws fold up and come with carrying cases so you can take them wherever you go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Idea #2: Healthy Snacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the first things that comes to mind when many people think of their Christmas stockings is candy. They are often full of sweet treats like chocolate, candy canes, and taffy. Unfortunately, these things are full of sugar and can lead to cavities. It\u2019s best to replace them with tasty snacks that won\u2019t damage your beam, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Dark chocolate with a high cacao content<\/li><li>Almonds, cashews, &amp; Brazil nuts<\/li><li>Sugar-free candies<\/li><li>Sugarless gum<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Idea #3: A New Toothbrush<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Toothbrushes need to be replaced every four to six months. This is because the bristles will fray over time, making them less effective at cleaning your smile. They also need to be replaced after getting over an illness so you or your family members don\u2019t reinfect yourselves. If it\u2019s time for new toothbrushes, consider getting them as stocking stuffers. You can even upgrade your child to an electric toothbrush if they are ready to do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Idea #4: Toothpaste and Dental Floss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The classic mint toothpaste isn\u2019t the only flavor available. There are all kinds of interesting ones that may make it more fun for your little ones to take care of their teeth. Just make sure that they know to spit it out after they\u2019re done brushing. There are also lots of different flavors of dental floss. Some of the kinds of toothpaste and floss that you should look out for include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pickle<\/li><li>Bacon<\/li><li>Waffle<\/li><li>Cherry<\/li><li>Banana<\/li><li>Cupcake<\/li><li>Strawberry<\/li><li>Bubblegum<\/li><li>Ranch dressing<\/li><li>Spiced pumpkin<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Idea #5: A Tooth Timer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tooth timers are great gifts for children who are still getting used to how long they need to brush . They often look like little hourglasses and can be turned upside down so the sand tells them how long they need to clean their teeth. Additionally, some of them are battery-powered. Many tooth timers come in fun colors or designs, so try buying one that matches your child the best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smile-friendly stocking stuffers are a great way to help your family keep their beams in good condition. 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