As the holiday season unfolds, people everywhere begin focusing on food. The nutritional selections we make during the holidays normally results in a few extra pounds around the waistline, but new studies show that certain seasonal favorites could aid in cavity prevention. Your Milford cosmetic dentist, Dr. Mitchell I. Quintner, discusses the tooth-related benefits of cranberries.
The Cranberry Craze
Throughout homes across America, children go wild over their favorite can of cranberry sauce. A recent study from an oral biologist from the University of Rochester details how cranberries can reduce some of the effects of harmful bacteria known as Streptococcus mutans. These harmful bacteria feed off carbohydrates and sugar and secrete acids which attack tooth enamel. Although many people believe that sugar takes full responsibility in cavity development, the S. mutans pose the biggest threat to enamel.
The study showed that the components found within cranberries prevented harmful bacteria from clinging to teeth. The study also indicated that cranberries inhibited plaque growth on teeth. Bacteria love to hide inside and plaque and use the sticky, tooth-coating substance as a feeding ground, so limiting plaque development promotes better oral health. We can remove plaque buildup with a professional cleaning at our Milford dentist office.
Brighten Your Smile for the Holidays
With families traveling across the country for gatherings, many people might want to improve their smile this season. Although cranberries can aid in cavity prevention, tooth staining can still occur from a variety of holiday food and beverage selections. Red wine pairs deliciously with a holiday fowl, but could leave your teeth stained.
Professional teeth whitening from our Milford cosmetic dentist office could provide you with a brighter smile in a single visit. We offer in-office and at-home teeth whitening to our patients. For patients in a hurry, our in-office whitening usually takes about one from start to finish. Don’t let a dull smile bring you down during this holiday season; take the steps to revitalize your smile today.
Schedule Your Holiday Cosmetic Dentistry Visit
We provide a multitude of cosmetic dentistry services including teeth whitening, veneers, and smile makeovers at Sensitive Care Cosmetic and Family Dentistry. Contact us by calling (203) 878-6699 to schedule your appointment at our 06460 cosmetic dentistry office. We welcome patients from Milford and all neighboring communities.