5 Last Minutes Stocking Stuffers

Attention Santa’s Elves! If you’re still looking for some last minute stocking stuffers for your family - look no further. We’ve got five suggestions that will make sure your family stays on the nice list - at least where their oral health is concerned - for 2017!

1. New Toothbrush. Toothbrushes should be swapped out every three months or earlier if the bristles are frayed. If you can't remember the last time your changed out your family's toothbrushes, use this holiday season as your reset button. Now, come March or during your Spring Cleaning - you'll remember to change them again!

2. Travel Oral Care. You may have the perfect dental routine at home, but when on the go, not so much. From sleepovers to long days at the office – having travel sized and/or disposable oral products can help for on the go freshening.

3. Gum. But not just any gum! Be sure to choose a sugar-free option OR one sweetened with Xylitol (a natural sweetener found in plants). Clinical studies have shown that chewing sugar-free gum after snacking increases saliva which helps to neutralize plaque acid thus preventing tooth decay! 

4. Small Toys. One of the best dental health gifts you can give, actually doesn’t have to do with teeth. Instead of filling stockings with sugary treats, choose small toys and gifts! From craft supplies to hair accessories, curb temptation of sweets with some sugar-free surprises!

5. Water Bottle. Encourage your family to increase their water consumption and decrease their soda or juice consumption. From bottles with built in water filters to stainless steel double-wall vacuum insulated for the most refreshing sips, you’re bound to find the perfect one for each member of the family.

If you have any questions about your child’s teeth throughout the holidays, give one of our offices a call! We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment, in three different Long Island locations. Don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter for updates and industry news!

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If we had to guess, dental products probably are not at the top of your child’s wish list, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be included. Let Santa handle all the big stuff! Consider tucking some tooth friendly goodies inside your child’s stockings to insure healthy smiles throughout the new year:

Xylitol Gum - Xylitol is a natural sweetener found in plants. In gum form, it works to prevent bacteria from sticking to the teeth as well as keeping saliva at a more neutral pH level. Making sure your kids chew this when they have a gum craving will help stimulate saliva while keeping teeth clean and healthy.

Flavored Toothpaste & Floss - Get your kids excited about brushing and flossing again! Treat them to a fun flavored toothpaste or floss to add variety to their normally minty routine. From cupcake to bacon flavored, you’re sure to find something on the market for your child. This Vanilla Ice Creme flavored toothpaste even has a 15% xylitol solution - win win! 

Fun Toothbrush - Singing toothbrushes, uniquely shaped toothbrushes, electric toothbrushes, smart toothbrushes, you name it - it probably exists. If your child is due for a new toothbrush, add one to their stocking this year!

Mouth Guard - Do you have an athlete in the family? Give the gift of a custom mouth guard. We have a mouth guard center in each of our locations - and you don’t need to be a patient to take advantage! We’ll fit your child for a guard unique to them and in the colors they prefer. Surprise them with a new mouth guard in time for spring sports! 

Timer - It’s important to brush for two minutes, twice daily - but making sure your children brush the full length of time can be tough. Look into the different two minute timers available on the web! Some offer LED lighting to signify when to start and when to stop, others sound a bell, while others you have to watch the time tick out. 

If you have any questions about your child’s teeth throughout the holidays, give one of our offices a call! We specialize in caring for children’s teeth in a comfortable and caring environment, in three different Long Island locations. Call (516) 798-1111 or visit our website to schedule an appointment. Don't forget to LIKE us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter for updates and industry news!