Oh, yes! Cereal that’s dusted with sugar is a true delight! If it happens to be so delightful to your taste buds that it’s a mainstay in your daily diet, well … you might not be so sure what to think about it. Is this an okay habit for your oral health? Could you, perhaps, do something to decrease the risk of tooth decay that this presents to your smile, you wonder? Of course, our Virginia Beach, VA team likes to help you enjoy your life by offering realistic advice! Consider some smile tips that can allow you to have your sugary cereal and enjoy it, too!
Tip: Mix It With Something Less Sugary
In case you didn’t already know, our team is full of some very helpful tips for just about anything you throw our way in regard to your oral health! So, let’s begin by offering you a way to simply reduce the amount of sugar you’re eating, so you’re not just chomping down on sugar alone. Consider mixing other cereals into the mix (for instance, combine frosted corn flakes with regular corn flakes) to reduce your sugar intake, offer a bit of protection to your smile, and to even help you give up the sugar altogether (if that’s your goal, anyway!).
Tip: Plan To Drink Water And Then Brush (Always)
Extremely worried that you’re going to end up with cavities and a need for dental fillings because sugary cereal is just a part of your life that isn’t going anywhere anytime soon? Don’t feel so defeated just yet regarding your oral health! If you’re going to enjoy it, then plan on cleaning your teeth afterwards. It’s very easy to do. Eat your cereal. Then drink some water (or head to a sink and rinse). Then, when you’ve given your smile about a half hour to relax, go ahead and brush your teeth. Done and done!
Tip: Replace The Sugar With Fruit!
Maybe you feel strongly about enjoying a sweet breakfast but it’s not the sugar-dusting that you’re so concerned about it. If so, think about cereal without sugar into which you stir some strawberry slices, banana slices, etc. Or, try some berries! Even better: Add these fruits to hot cereal for another option. Fresh fruit is a safer alternative to help you enjoy sweetness while avoiding decay and offers good-for-you nutrients.
Find Ways To Enjoy The Foods You Love With Our Advice
If there are certain foods that aren’t wonderful for your oral health but that you love, let us help you figure out how to indulge without damaging your smile. Contact Absolute Dental Care today in Virginia Beach, VA to schedule a visit by calling (757) 428-7440. We proudly welcome patients Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Norfolk, Suffolk, Hampton, Eastern Shore, and all surrounding communities.
