4 Stocking Stuffers That Are Smile-Friendly

Is your go-to gift for stockings candy? While caramel-filled treats, peppermint bark, and chocolate bars are no doubt tasty, they are also loaded with sugar that can quickly result in cavities. That’s why you should opt for some smile-friendly stocking stuffers too! If you’re unsure where to begin, here are a few dentist-approved ones.

1. A Large Water Bottle

Water isn’t just important for overall health, it’s important for oral health too! In addition to keeping your loved ones hydrated, sipping on water can rinse away food particles, helping reduce their chances of tooth decay in the process. So, consider gifting them a large water bottle this holiday season! You can pick one with their favorite color, one from their favorite brand, like lululemon, or one with a cool feature, such as keeping their water cold in the summer heat.

2. Sugar-Free Gum

Sugar-free gum is another great stocking stuffer because it’s small in size and smile-friendly! When it’s unrealistic to brush and floss (like when your loved one has eaten breakfast on the way to work), reaching for a piece of sugar-free gum can help stimulate saliva production and prevent cavities. The best part is that there is a wide variety of flavors available, from raspberry sorbet and mint bliss to watermelon twist!

3. A New Toothbrush

A new toothbrush may not be on your loved one’s list, but it IS something they need. After all, the American Dental Association recommends getting a new toothbrush every three to four months! If you’re looking for something for your young niece or nephew, then a toothbrush with their favorite color or character is perfect. If you’re buying one for a significant other or close friend, then upgrade their oral hygiene routine with an electric toothbrush – ideally one with a built-in timer and automatic shipments for the replacement bristles!

4. Fun-Flavored Toothpaste

Minty flavors (like spearmint and peppermint) are the go-to. However, those aren’t the only options available! Cinnamon, bubble gum, and bacon are just a few of the many other flavors available. Just make sure that it’s got the ADA Seal of Approval or that your dentist gives the toothbrush a thumbs-up. After all, you want it to genuinely work too!

The last thing you want is for someone you care about to start the year with a mouthful of cavities. That can require a big investment of both their time and money! The good news is that you can help prevent that from happening by opting for the above smile-friendly stocking stuffers instead.

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