{"id":319,"date":"2020-12-18T22:17:00","date_gmt":"2020-12-18T22:17:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/blog\/?p=319"},"modified":"2020-12-23T22:17:14","modified_gmt":"2020-12-23T22:17:14","slug":"smile-friendly-stocking-stuffers-your-child-will-love","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/blog\/smile-friendly-stocking-stuffers-your-child-will-love\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Smile-Friendly Stocking Stuffers Your Child Will Love"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/AdobeStock_294560025__1577115028_44923-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"red stockings on the mantle with silver gifts inside of them \" class=\"wp-image-320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/AdobeStock_294560025__1577115028_44923-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/AdobeStock_294560025__1577115028_44923-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/AdobeStock_294560025__1577115028_44923.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The holidays are almost here! As you hang up twinkling lights around the house, bake gingerbread cookies, and shop for gifts for your loved ones, you also have to think about the presents you\u2019re going to put in your child\u2019s stocking this year. Unfortunately, many parents simply fill stockings with candy, increasing the risk that their kids are going to start out the new year with a mouth full of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/general-dentistry.html\">cavities<\/a>. A family dentist in Center has ideas for five mouth-healthy stocking stuffers that won\u2019t wreak havoc on your child\u2019s smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brand-New Toothbrushes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What better time of year to give your son or daughter a new toothbrush than the gift-giving season? There is no shortage of sugary sweets to be found at this time of year, putting your child\u2019s teeth at risk for decay. This is a great opportunity to teach them about proper brushing habits. Pick out a toothbrush that features their favorite color or cartoon character. You could even select one that plays a catchy song to get your little one excited about cleaning their teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yummy Dental Products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A toothbrush isn\u2019t the only thing your child needs to keep their mouth healthy. Toothpaste and floss both come in plenty of fun, kid-friendly flavors. If the typical minty flavor of most toothpastes is too much for your child to handle, choose an interesting flavor, like orange or cherry, instead. Just be sure that the oral care products you choose have the ADA Seal of Approval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sugar-Free Treats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your little one doesn\u2019t have to go through a holiday season without yummy sweets. Rather than choosing sugary candies that will stick to their teeth and lead to cavities, buy some sugar-free gum or sugarless lollipops. They will not only <em>not<\/em> cause cavities, but promote saliva production that keeps your child\u2019s smile clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mouth-Healthy Snacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all holiday snacks are bad for your young one\u2019s oral health. Instead of starchy items like chips or crackers, throw in some string cheese, yogurts, and high-fiber fruits like pears and apples. These foods have all kinds of benefits for your child\u2019s growing smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children\u2019s Books<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are all sorts of books out there that encourage kids to take care of their teeth. Plus, reading is wonderful for your child\u2019s development. Find short picture books about brushing techniques, seeing the dentist, or the tooth fairy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your kid\u2019s smile doesn\u2019t have to suffer this holiday season. Try these stocking stuffer suggestions from your dentist in Center so they can ring in the new year cavity-free!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Family Dental Center of East Texas, we have a children\u2019s dentist and a family dentist using their expertise to treat smiles of all ages.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/meet-dr-youngblood.html\">Dr. Thomas Youngblood<\/a>\u00a0earned his DDS from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Dental School.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/meet-dr-martinez.html\">Dr. Mireya Martinez<\/a>\u00a0graduated from the Texas A&amp;M College of Dentistry. They are both members of the American Dental Association and the Texas Dental Association. For more information on keeping your child\u2019s smile bright this holiday season, visit their\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.centerdds.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>\u00a0or call (936) 427-9070.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The holidays are almost here! As you hang up twinkling lights around the house, bake gingerbread cookies, and shop for gifts for your loved ones, you also have to think about the presents you\u2019re going to put in your child\u2019s stocking this year. 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