{"id":29,"date":"2021-12-09T00:02:00","date_gmt":"2021-12-09T00:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/blog\/?p=29"},"modified":"2022-01-26T00:04:03","modified_gmt":"2022-01-26T00:04:03","slug":"new-years-resolutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/blog\/new-years-resolutions\/","title":{"rendered":"5 New Year\u2019s Resolutions for a Healthy Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/New_Years_Eve_2022_2__1640647078_35781.jpg\" alt=\"Champagne on New Year\u2019s Eve\" class=\"wp-image-30\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/New_Years_Eve_2022_2__1640647078_35781.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/New_Years_Eve_2022_2__1640647078_35781-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/New_Years_Eve_2022_2__1640647078_35781-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>2021 is coming to an end. No matter what you accomplished in the last 12 months, you can\u2019t help but to look forward with optimism. By incorporating new steps into your life, you can work to become a better version of yourself in the new year. If you aren\u2019t already committed to an extra day at the gym or reading more books, or you have room for some more resolutions, you\u2019re in luck! Here are some New Year\u2019s resolution ideas to promote a healthy smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">See Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This may seem like a given, but many people aren\u2019t in the habit of seeing their dentist regularly as they get older. In fact, about a third of people in the United States don\u2019t see their dentist on a yearly basis. Even if your teeth are feeling and looking good, it\u2019s still important that you attend your regular <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/contact.html\">checkups<\/a> every six months. Don\u2019t forget to schedule your next visit before leaving the dental office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Floss Every Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you\u2019re diligent about brushing twice a day, this still isn\u2019t enough. Dental floss helps to remove food particles and plaque from between the teeth and beneath the gumline to prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Try placing a container of floss near your toothbrush and toothpaste so you don\u2019t forget about this step.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Limit Your Sugar Intake<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The amount of sugar that you consume has a direct link to the number of cavities that you end up with. By swapping out your sweets for sugar-free gum or switching from soda to sparkling water, you can work towards having a stronger, healthier smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop Smoking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that smoking doubles your risk for gum disease. It is also the cause of numerous other health issues throughout the body. The best thing to do is drop the cigarettes entirely and find a healthier way to fill the craving. Ask your friends, family, and doctor about the best ways that you can give them up for good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stick to Tooth-Friendly Snacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It may be tempting to reach for a bag of chips or crackers when you feel your stomach start to rumble, but your teeth will pay the price over time. If you are feeling hungry, try having a delicious snack that\u2019s beneficial for your smile, like salted nuts, cheese, yogurt, baby carrots, or apple slices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Put some extra effort into your smile in 2022. By using the tips listed above, you can work towards achieving excellent oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Souris Valley Dental Group, we have a team of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/meet-the-dentists.html\">five skilled dentists<\/a> with a variety of clinical skills. With their combined expertise, patients can get pretty much anything they need under one roof in Minot, ND. To learn more ways to keep your smile healthy in the new year or to schedule an appointment, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sourisvalleydental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or give us a call at (701) 852-5595.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2021 is coming to an end. 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