Now that the temperatures have dropped, seasonal drinks like hot chocolate and warm apple cider are all around (and tempting).
But are these ok for our kid’s teeth?
Like anything with sugar, (even milk contains natural sugar) try to limit their exposure. But since it might be hard to completely avoid these fun wintery drinks, a good rule of thumb is to drink them at mealtime when there’s more saliva in the mouth (which helps wash away the cavity-inducing sugars).
And a good brushing afterwards is always a good idea!
Fresh Tip: For more advice on healthy teeth, visit the Canadian Dental Association, and www.aquafresh.ca.
Now that hot seasonal drinks are everywhere, should we allow our kids to drink them? Find out how to minimize the risk of cavities on our SmileSpotsection of SweetMama!
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