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As Christmas is just around the corner, many of us are counting down to overindulging in our favourite snacks. However, it is still important to remember your dental care at this time of year. So, if you want to ensure you and your family have a healthy, bright, white smile at Christmas, here are a few tips to help you on your way.

Say Cheese!

It isn't quite Christmas without a cheeseboard, which is both rich in calcium and helps balance out the PH in your mouth, lessening the effects of acid from sugary treats and wine. 

Snacks

We're all guilty of picking at snacks during Christmas, but instead of opting for crisps why not go nuts instead! Unsalted peanuts contain calcium and vitamin D, which are vital to your oral and general health. Walnuts used in puddings and cakes are alsi jammed with vitamins, iron, fibre, potassium and zinc which all play important roles in keeping your teeth and gums healthy.

Eat Your Greens!

It may have a bad rep, but brussel sprouts are full of important vitamins which can help strengthen tooth enamel, as too are broccoli and carrots. 

The Humble Turkey

You may not think it, but turkey provides us with a great source of protein, calcium and vitamin D which make up our teeth and bones. 

What To Avoid

Now, we're not saying you can't indulge, but it is important to remember your dental health at this time of year. So, what should you avoid or at least try cut down on?

• Cakes, sweets and biscuits: There's always a never-ending supply of puddings, sweets and chocolate during the festive season, which is why you should to keep them to a minimum to avoid tooth decay. If you do fancy a sweet treat, try have it after your meal as opposed to picking throughout the day and always be sure to brush your teeth afterwards.
• Fizzy Drinks: Fizzy drinks are loaded with sugar, even the sugar-free or diet drinks are still acidic and can cause tooth enamel to wear away. Try use a straw if you do fancy something fizzy and as above, try brush your teeth afterwards.
• Processed Cereals: Most people are unaware of just how much sugar is rammed into their morning cereal. If you do fancy something quick and easy for breakfast or a snack, it's much better to opt for a bowl of porridge, bran cereal or eggs.
• Wine: We all love a glass of wine at Christmas, but white wine can be highly acidic and cause enamel erosion. Try drinking it with your meal, as opposed to by itself. Red wine is also very staining, so be sure to brush your teeth afterwards.