GOBBLE, GOBBLE=THANK YOU IN TURKEY:)

Happy “Tooth-Day”!

Farah Flossit here,…wishing you & your loved ones a very Happy & Healthy Thanksgiving holiday!:)

At Casa Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics, we are very grateful for all of our patients! We ask that you to give thanks to your teeth & your dentist by showing your teeth & gums some love:)

First & foremost, remember that your pearly whites are a very hardworking part of your body. They grind up your food so that you can eat. They help you pronounce words so you can speak. And they make your smile sparkle. With that in mind, you should NEVER use your chompers to open, rip or chomp down on objects. It can be tempting to use your teeth to turn a stubborn soda cap or tear apart a package. But doing so can break a tooth. Chewing on hard objects such as ice, popcorn kernels, hard candy, pens & pencils may also chip or crack your teeth. A cracked tooth can be very painful & may require a root canal & crown (not the princess type). It may even result in an extraction. So the message is to GIVE THANKS TO YOUR TEETH by being kind, hygienic, & appreciative for all the work they do, everyday!

Save your smile by using your teeth only for the things they are designed to do. During the holidays we want you to enjoy & eat, drink, be merry, but also brush & floss. Below you will find some free printables for you to use at your holiday event to document you & your family’s beautiful smiles.

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/89579480065781653/

Just a reminder, that vacation does not mean that your oral hygiene habits should take some time off! Brush at least 2x a day for 2 mins & floss every day. Below you will find a little quiz to help set the tone for making smart choices during the Holidays! Click on the link below the image to access the right answers & the interactive version, courtesy of the AAPD. We want to keep the Mouth Monsters away!

http://mouthmonsters.mychildrensteeth.org/a-day-of-dental-health/

Although I’d like for you all to give thanks to your teeth, don’t forget to remember everything & everyone you should be thankful for. Follow the link below to print up some cute ways to help the family participate in sharing their reasons for why they are Thankful!

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/271271577528580255/

Thank you for tuning in on today’s Happy “Tooth-Day’s” report!

I look forward to chatting with you all next week!

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Your Friend,

Farah Flossit (Special Agent Flossit)