19 Nov Give the Gift of Good Oral Health Habits! Check Out These Dentist-Approved Holiday Ideas

The holiday season is just around the corner! We know you’re probably still preparing turkey and stuffing or eagerly waiting for a big parade…but for many families, now is the time to start searching for the perfect gifts for their loved ones.

After the big ticket items are all accounted for, some parents may try to figure out those extra little stocking stuffers to round out a wide selection of gifts for their kids. If choosing the right items has you scratching your head, we’ve got some suggestions that will certainly help your family smile!

Fun Toothbrushes

When was the last time your child replaced their toothbrush, anyway? A fun color or character-themed toothbrush is a great stocking stuffer and an excuse to throw that old, messy toothbrush away.

Sugar-Free Gum

Candy is certainly a popular choice around the holidays. But sugar-free gum can taste just as sweet without as much damage to your kids’ teeth—and promote good oral health, too!

Floss Picks

We get it…flossing isn’t anyone’s favorite activity. But it’s important! Floss picks are a great tool for older kids to have on hand if a piece of food gets lodged between the teeth. (We’re looking at you, popcorn kernels.

Tooth Timer

No, not for timing your teeth in a race. For timing how long one should be brushing? Timers are a great gift for kids who are learning to brush independently, as it will help them develop strong oral health skills that will last a lifetime.

There Are Lots of Options Available!

No one ever said the holiday season had to be all about sugar. Use these ideas to help promote a fun season that’s equally safe and healthy for your family’s pearly whites. A little candy is okay, too…just be sure to brush afterward!

If you need more ideas, we’re happy to share some more thoughts with you!