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While \u201cspooky season\u201d is nearly over, don\u2019t assume your smile is safe from sweets. If you aren\u2019t careful, Thanksgiving desserts could decay your smile like Halloween candy would. You\u2019d be wise to tailor your Turkey Day treats to be safer for your teeth and gums<\/a>. Luckily, your Washington dentist is here to help with a few choice suggestions. Read on to learn four smile-friendly Thanksgiving desserts that\u2019d go easy on your mouth this November.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Specialty Cheeses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Not only is cheese a great potential dessert, but it\u2019s also pretty good for your mouth. Making it into a Thanksgiving treat would do wonders for your oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You see, cheese protects your teeth over time. Its calcium should help your enamel regain minerals lost from other, less healthy foods. In other words, eating it would reduce your risk of cavities, tooth infections, and so on. That\u2019s an excellent reason to swap out sugary cakes and cookies and replace them with specialty cheeses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rice Pudding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Maybe your Thanksgiving needs a substitute for sugar-laden ice cream. In that case, you may want to try a serving of rice pudding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It turns out that rice pudding has less sugar and fewer calories than other desserts. To that extent, it won\u2019t erode your enamel as much as more traditional sweets would. You can even make it at home to further control the sugar in the recipe. If you\u2019d like, you can also use sweet substitute ingredients like cinnamon to make the dish better for your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dark Chocolate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chocolate indeed has a reputation for being bad for teeth. Even so, darker varieties are fairly safe Thanksgiving desserts for your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Compared to milk-based kinds, dark chocolate isn\u2019t that bad for your teeth. It doesn\u2019t cling to your mouth as much because it melts quickly and uses less sugar. You wouldn\u2019t have to fear for your smile if you made it one of your Thanksgiving\u2019s after-dinner highlights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apple Crisp<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An apple crisp is already tasty enough to be a Thanksgiving comfort food. That said, what makes it even better is that it\u2019s fairly friendly to your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The ingredients for apple crisps don\u2019t do much harm to your smile\u2019s health. For instance, calcium-rich walnuts don\u2019t erode enamel; you just have to ensure you don\u2019t bite too hard. Topping a crisp with some oatmeal and maple syrup isn\u2019t dangerous to your teeth. If you don\u2019t go overboard with these ingredients, they\u2019ll give your dish a sweet and festive flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn other smile-friendly Thanksgiving desserts, consult your dental provider. They\u2019ll gladly share their thoughts on treats safe for your mouth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Dean Dental<\/a> is based in the southwest part of Washington, PA. Led by Drs. Stacy<\/a> and Jessica Dean<\/a>, our practice is proud to provide patients with cutting-edge dentistry. We use the most current dental technology to ensure our preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments are top-notch! At the same time, this modern approach lets you enjoy comfortable and streamlined care. For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on our website or by phone at (724)-204-5858<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"While \u201cspooky season\u201d is nearly over, don\u2019t assume your smile is safe from sweets. If you aren\u2019t careful, Thanksgiving desserts could decay your smile like Halloween candy would. You\u2019d be wise to tailor your Turkey Day treats to be safer for your teeth and gums. Luckily, your Washington dentist is here to help with a few choice suggestions. 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