The holiday season is “the most wonderful time of the year” for good reason. People enjoy parties, get-togethers, and close moments with their loved ones from December to January. Still, these facts don’t change an unpleasant truth: the holidays are also the worst time for oral health. Your Dallas dentist will even share why that’s the case with you. So, keep reading to learn why holidays harm smiles and what you can do about it.

Now that December is here, you may feel it’s hard to protect your smile. This month’s holidays – Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, etc. – make sweets and treats tricky to avoid. However, you can still enjoy festive foods without harming your teeth and gums. All you need to do is switch out the tooth-rotting stuff for dentist-approved holiday meals! As for examples, read on to learn about four seasonal cuisines that are friendly to mouths.