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As a mother, you have your hands full, regardless of whether you work or stay at home, whether you\u2019re a single mom or married, whether you have one child or five. So much of your life is centered on your children, but this Mother\u2019s Day, no one\u2019s smile matters as much as yours!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before and even after your special day, here are some dental health tips that will keep your smile bright and strong both for you and for your kiddos!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Prioritize Self-Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Between work, your kids\u2019 activities, meal prep, and taking care of the house, your schedule is probably overwhelming. As a mother, you may find it hard to spare a moment that\u2019s exclusively for yourself, but unless you give yourself time for your own basic needs, you won\u2019t be able to care for those who depend on you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, keeping your smile healthy and beautiful can work wonders for your confidence and give you a mental health boost when you need it most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brush and Floss Every Day<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you stay at home with your kids all day or go to work, daily oral hygiene shouldn\u2019t be negotiable. But don\u2019t worry\u2014you can involve your little ones in this routine! While you brush, give them a toothbrush to use as well. You\u2019ll be showing them healthy habits that they\u2019ll need throughout their whole life. So, as you\u2019re caring for your own smile, you can teach your children simultaneously!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eat a Healthy Diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although your young child may need frequent feedings throughout the day, it doesn\u2019t mean you do. Crackers, chips, gummy fruit snacks, and juice\u2014kid favorites\u2014are particularly damaging to your teeth and gums because they encourage oral bacterial growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead of indulging in sugary, starchy foods and drinks, stick to fruits and vegetables that contain nutrients your body will use to fight infection as well as boost your energy and health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drink Plenty of Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although some days you may feel like you must drink 10 cups of coffee or tons of energy drinks just to keep up with your kids, water is by far the best beverage for your smile and your body. It rinses bits of food, plaque, and bacteria out of your mouth. Plus, water can help reduce inflammation in your gums and throughout your body. Even if you continue to have caffeine, try to consume more H2<\/sub>O every day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See Your Dentist Regularly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Going to the dentist\u2019s office to have your teeth cleaned<\/a> may not be your idea of having \u201cme\u201d time away from your kids, but it\u2019s an important appointment to keep. While you focus on and tend to your growing little ones, this professional can watch out for cavities, inflammation, and other oral issues for you. If they find a still-developing problem, they can treat it as early as possible, sparing you the pain, expense, and time of having to deal with a dental emergency later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you take care of yourself, you can have a greater capacity to care for your children, give them what they need, and teach them self-care skills they will require as they become adults. Being a mom isn\u2019t easy, but having a strong smile can help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Williamsburg Dental is a family practice, which means that patients of all ages are welcome. With six locations in Lincoln, it\u2019s not difficult to find one close to you. With comprehensive services, our dentists<\/a> offer basically every dental need, including dental implants, preventive care, cosmetic procedures, and more. If you need to schedule an appointment, contact one of our locations<\/a>, and our team will take care of you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

As a mother, you have your hands full, regardless of whether you work or stay at home, whether you\u2019re a single mom or married, whether you have one child or five. So much of your life is centered on your children, but this Mother\u2019s Day, no one\u2019s smile matters as much as yours! Before and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-992","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nSmile, Mom! 5 Dental Health Tips for Your Self-Care - Williamsburg Dental Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Here\u2019s a gentle reminder that it\u2019s okay to take care of yourself too, Mom! 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