Toothbrushes tend to be an item that are used well past their recommended life expectancy. Christmas is a great time to purchase your loved ones a new one… and, they are just the right “stocking-stuffer” size! There are many manual or electric options to choose from depending on their likes or needs or …your budget.

Toothpaste is another great choice. It’s the perfect size for any stocking, it’s affordable, and it’s useful!

Dental floss is another essential and compact item. You can never have enough floss! It’s a good idea to have some on hand in the car, for your purse or even where you sit and enjoy an evening show. It even comes in fun flavors like mint or cinnamon.

Don’t forget about dental rinses or mouthwash!

Oral rinses do a great job at helping to loosen food left behind and help remove

plaque build-up. Again, with all the extra goodies we tend to eat at holiday time, this is a great time to stock up.

Whether it be dietary changes or adding exercise to an otherwise lacking routine; many people like to start the New Year off with a wellness make-over. Why not consider brightening your smile as well? Whitening Strips make a great gift and are just the right stocking size.

Sugar-free gum is another great idea and has some positive attributes. Chewing gum stimulates saliva flow. It helps wash away harmful food particles and bacteria, and also assists in maintaining a healthy oral pH.  Paired with good home care, this can help prevent cavities, making this gift a win-win!

Consider combining all the above items in a trendy cosmetic bag to make your own custom DIY oral health travel kit.

From our GDA family to yours, we’d like to wish all of you a very happy holiday season! We look forward to seeing everyone in 2023. 

Call our office to get scheduled and start the New Year with your health in mind. 

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Gillespie Dental Associates would like to help solve your dilemma and offer you some practical and healthy stocking stuffer options.

A new toothbrush is always a great idea! We recommend changing your toothbrush every 3 months or if the brush is showing signs of wear. It’s also a good idea to purchase a new one after you’ve been sick which we see more frequently this time of year. Consider a soft bristle manual, or better yet, electric brush!

Toothpaste makes another great stocking stuffer and comes in a variety of flavors for both adults and kids! Dental floss or other interdental aids such as floss picks or brushes are not only an oral health necessity; they are compact making them the perfect size for any stocking. A Waterpik is another great gift option! These handy water flossers are more effective than traditional floss and can significantly improve gum and tissue health!

Mouthwash and rinses help combat oral bacteria and plaque while sugar free gum or mints containing xylitol help freshen breath and prevent tooth decay making them a win, win! And who isn’t interested in whiter teeth? Feel free to talk to one of us here at GDA about options from whitening strips to custom trays!

Don’t panic this Christmas with time and thought consuming stocking stuffer ideas! Instead, consider these health inspired options.  Giving the gift of oral health is practical, sensible, and small enough to fit in any stocking but most importantly won’t break the bank! Call or stop by Gillespie Dental Associates if you need any assistance with customizing your gift for that special someone.                                                                                                                             

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