{"id":272,"date":"2023-12-03T22:53:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-03T22:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.collinsvilledentalassociates.com\/blog\/?p=272"},"modified":"2024-08-26T22:38:43","modified_gmt":"2024-08-26T22:38:43","slug":"smile-friendly-stocking-stuffers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.collinsvilledentalassociates.com\/blog\/2023\/12\/03\/smile-friendly-stocking-stuffers\/","title":{"rendered":"Try These Smile-Friendly Stocking Stuffers to Keep Your Holiday Cavity-Free"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It\u2019s the holiday season again, and that means good cheer, merriment, and gift-giving. While it\u2019s always fun to see your child\u2019s face light up when they open a present, sometimes all the candy that winds up in kids\u2019 stockings can make dentists nervous. In lieu of chocolate, candy canes, and other holiday sweets, here is a short list of stocking stuffers that will help keep your child\u2019s smile healthy<\/a> for years to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

A Toothbrush in the Sock Can Create a Smile That Rocks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Thankfully, the stockings traditionally hung over the fireplace have more than enough room to fit a toothbrush. Toothbrushes come in all sorts of fun colors and can be themed after your child\u2019s favorite cartoon character. You might even consider upgrading to an electric or musical toothbrush that can help kids clean their teeth thoroughly while having fun in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flavored Dental Supplies Will Keep Spirits High<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many children aren\u2019t thrilled at the bland or mint flavorings that floss, toothpaste, and mouthwash usually come with. Luckily, some brands of dental supplies come in kid-friendly flavors like fruit or bubblegum. Just keep in mind that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n