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\"Champagne<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Everyone wants to have a healthy smile, but many people don\u2019t\ntake all the steps they need to have one. Fortunately, the start of the new\nyear is a great time to take steps to better yourself. Whether you are planning\non spending an extra day at the gym each week, eating healthier, or are going\nto be doing one act of kindness each day, these are all excellent ways to improve\nyourself both mentally and physically. But don\u2019t leave your oral health behind!\nHere are some ideas for New Year\u2019s resolutions that will help you to achieve a\nhealthy smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Visit Your Dentist Regularly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Approximately one third of Americans do not see a dentist as\noften as they would like to. There are many different reasons why this could be\nhappening. Whether you\u2019ve been skipping your checkups because of a busy work schedule\nor you simply keep forgetting to schedule an appointment<\/a>, there\nis no better time to get back on track. Give your dentist a call to book your\nnext cleaning and checkup. Don\u2019t forget to schedule your next visit before you\nleave the practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Floss More Frequently<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You cannot hide a lack of flossing from your dentist or\nhygienist. Even though brushing is helpful at removing plaque and food debris\nfrom your mouth, it isn\u2019t enough on its own. There are some areas of your mouth\nthat the bristles of your toothbrush can\u2019t quite reach. That is why flossing is\nnecessary for cleaning between the teeth and beneath the gumline. Place a\ncontainer of floss next to your toothpaste or set up a reminder on your smartphone\nso that it doesn\u2019t slip your mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t Use Tobacco Products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Along with being the cause of overall health issues, tobacco\nproducts are harmful for your smile. In fact, smoking doubles your risk for gum\ndisease and is linked to oral cancer. This habit can be particularly difficult\nfor many to give up, so it is important that you find a healthier replacement\nactivity for when the cravings kick in. Speak with your doctor, friends, and\nfamily members about the best ways that you can quit for good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Limit Your Sugar Intake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Occasional sweets are usually okay, but if you are\nconstantly eating them throughout the day, your teeth may pay the price. Buy\nfewer sugary sweets when you go grocery shopping and find other things that\nwill satisfy the craving. For example, if you enjoy having a can of cola with\nyour lunch, try trading it for a crisp sparkling water instead. Instead of having\nhard candies, have a piece of sugar-free gum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have Tooth-Friendly Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The good news is that not all of your favorite foods are harmful\nfor your smile. Some foods are actually beneficial for your dental health. Try\nadding in a few extra healthy foods into your diet. Dairy products contain plenty\nof calcium and are therefore excellent for your teeth and bones. Have a glass\nof milk or a cup of yogurt for breakfast. Cheese, apples, carrots, pears,\ncelery, cranberries, and almonds are also great snacks to munch on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To set your smile up for success in 2021, try some of these\nNew Year\u2019s resolutions. That way, you can go throughout the year without having\nto worry about spending extra time in the dental chair to have issues resolved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Christopher\nDuong<\/a> is an experienced dentist who has spent over a decade in the dental\nfield so far. He earned his doctorate from the University of the Pacific School\nof Dentistry in San Francisco and has completed various continuing education\ncourses in a wide variety of topics. For more ways to keep your smile healthy\nor to schedule an appointment at his office in Grand Prairie, visit his website<\/a> or call (817)\n406-7239.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Everyone wants to have a healthy smile, but many people don\u2019t take all the steps they need to have one. Fortunately, the start of the new year is a great time to take steps to better yourself. Whether you are planning on spending an extra day at the gym each week, eating healthier, or are […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-34","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nNew Year's Resolutions, Grand Prairie | Real Dental<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"This is the perfect time to make changes to better yourself. 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