{"id":5142,"date":"2024-12-23T06:15:07","date_gmt":"2024-12-23T06:15:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sonriadentalclinic.co.uk\/blog\/?p=5142"},"modified":"2026-09-18T13:53:34","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T12:53:34","slug":"seasons-greetings-from-sonria","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sonriadentalclinic.co.uk\/blog\/seasons-greetings-from-sonria\/","title":{"rendered":"Seasons greetings from Sonria!"},"content":{"rendered":"
December is a time to indulge in festive treats, sweet delights and perhaps a glass or three of your favourite drink. It\u2019s also a time of year that can be quite stressful for many of us.<\/div><\/p>\n
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All of this can have a detrimental impact on your teeth and wellbeing, so here are a few tips to help you step into the new year with a bright healthy smile.<\/div><\/p>\n
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Feeling a little stressed?\u00a0<\/strong><\/div><\/p>\n
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More than half of the British population, grind their teeth and clench their jaw as a stress response. This can cause many uncomfortable symptoms including jaw pain, headaches, sensitivity and damage to the teeth, a wider more bulky jaw.\u00a0 If you\u2019re experiencing any of these, get in touch with your dentist as soon as possible to assess and discuss solutions.<\/div><\/p>\n
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Choose your festive treats wisely:<\/strong>\u00a0Bacteria in the mouth react with sugars from food and beverages to create acid, which erodes tooth enamel and causes tooth decay. Where possible, opt for sugar free or reduced sugar treats and drinks that won\u2019t contribute to tooth decay.<\/div><\/p>\n
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Stay Hydrated:<\/strong>\u00a0Drink plenty of water to rinse your mouth and help maintain a neutral pH balance.<\/div><\/p>\n
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Maintain your oral hygiene routine:<\/strong>\u00a0As a minimum, don\u2019t forget to brush twice a day, and to floss or teepee regularly. Remember, poor oral hygiene can lead to gum disease, which can cause inflamed gums and infection. Gum disease can also be linked to other health conditions, such as heart disease, pneumonia, and dementia.<\/div><\/p>\n
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Schedule a post holiday check up:<\/strong>\u00a0If you have not had a check up in the past 3 months then book a dental hygiene appointment and check up early next year to prioritise your oral health and give yourself peace of mind – especially if you\u2019ve noticed any of the symptoms above. Remember, tartar can only be removed by a dental professional.<\/div><\/p>\n
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If you\u2019re\u00a0nervous about seeing a dentist<\/a>\u00a0or want to know more about managing\u00a0teeth grinding<\/a>, headaches<\/a>, dental hygiene<\/a>\u00a0etc then please\u00a0click here<\/a>\u00a0for more information. Or call us on 020 7224 1402<\/a> and ask to speak with one of our team.<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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