Your Holiday Guide To A Healthy Smile

December 20, 2020
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If you’re like most people, you’ll probably toast a few cocktails, eat a few more servings of creamy mac and cheese, and enjoy a few more cookies over the holidays.

You don’t want to stick to your usual healthy, balanced diet when there are certain delicious delights you only get to enjoy once or twice a year. Who would?

‘Tis the season to be merry, right?

But that’s not to say that you won’t face certain risks to your dental health this time of year, like more sugar, more alcohol, and changes to your daily oral hygiene routine.

So check out our infographic that lists a few helpful oral health tips to keep your smile merry and bright through the holidays so you can start 2021 with healthy teeth and gums.

When the celebrating is done, be sure to visit us for your next dental cleaning and exam. Call West Valley Dental today at [phone] or contact us online to schedule an appointment in Tukwila, WA.

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