5 Things You Can Do To Cut Sugar From Your Diet

The impact that sugar has on your body and your smile can impact you for a lifetime. However, here are some strategies that you can use to decrease the amount of sugar you consume and keep your smile healthy. 

1. Drink water. When you have a craving for something, sweet drink water to decrease the craving. 
2. Eat food with natural sugar such as fruits, and brush your teeth after. 
3. Avoid drinks that are high in sugar. If you don't enjoy the flavor of water, you can put some mint in there to add flavor or consume sparkling water. 
4. Avoid desserts that are high in sugar. There are other foods that you can consume that are healthy that can replace high sugar desserts. Consuming fruit or nuts can serve as a treat while keeping your smile healthy. 
5. Look at the sugar content in your foods. There are low sugar options that you can consume—looking at the labels before eating them which can allow you to find a low sugar alternative. 

Your health is critical, and the health of your smile matters. By taking these 5 steps, you can keep your smile healthier for longer. For more information contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team. 

How Do You Establish A Routine?

When you have time and there is not many structured activities embedded in your day it can be easy to lose track of time. It is easy to get out of your healthy habits and begin to lose yourself in the process of the pandemic. However, these 4 steps can help keep you on track. 

1. When you wake up in the morning, stick to what you would do if you were still going to work. Start by brushing, flossing and taking care of your smile. This will help set your day. 
2. Drink a glass of water. Water helps to rinse any food off of your teeth that may have been missed when you were brushing. It also helps to wake you up in the morning. 
3. Eat a healthy breakfast that includes fruits and vegetables. Not only are fruits and vegetables great for your overall health. They are essential for the health of your smile. 
4. Get some exercise. Even if it is taking a walk around the block or a short yoga session. Anything can help to keep your body on track. When you feel healthy, it is easier to ensure that you reach your goals. 

While this is a unique time in history it does not mean your health needs to suffer. If you have further questions about staying healthy, contact Dr. Judy Strutz and her team.

5 Ways To Protect Your Smile From Hormones

In last week’s post, we discussed how susceptible your smile is during an increase in hormones. When there is a surge in progesterone or estrogen, it can increase your risk of dental problems including periodontal disease, missing teeth and damaged gums. While you cannot control the hormones in your body, follow these 5 steps to keep your smile healthy no matter what is going on in your body.

1.    Brush and floss regularly. This is the only way to keep plaque from building up on your teeth and bacteria from going haywire in your mouth.

2.    Schedule and go to your regular dental check-ups. Dr. Strutz and her team are able to evaluate your oral health before you experience major problems when she is able to see her patients regularly.

3.    Eat fruits and vegetables daily. They can help keep your smile healthy in between brushing and flossing.

4.    Drink water throughout your day. Helping to stay hydrated can ensure that food is rinsed from your gums in between brushing.

5.    Get problems taken care of right away. If your gums are swollen or bleeding don’t wait to get the help you need.

For more information on hormones and how they impact your smile, contact Dr.Judy Strutz and her team.

2017 Can Give You The New You

It has been a few weeks since you set your goals for the New Year. You may have already fallen off or let go of your New Year’s resolution, but instead of focusing on how you did not work out every day this week or how you did not eat 8 servings of fruits and vegetables on Tuesday, let’s reevaluate a goal you can do - Improve your oral healthcare and it can help you to live a healthier life.

Your smile is the key to your overall health. When you are plagued with missing teeth, dental decay, cracked or broken teeth it can decrease your overall health. A new smile by Dr. Judy Strutz and her team can give you the smile you need to get your life back on track. Did you know the natural bacteria in your mouth, when you do not brush and floss, can team up and begin to attack other organs in your body?

You may have felt tired, sluggish, or not felt the desire to exercise because your body’s natural immune fighters are on over drive attempting to keep the bacteria under control and keep your health.

For more information on keeping your smile healthy and get back on track with your overall health, contact Dr. Strutz and her team today.

3 Ways To Treat Your Smile Right This Summer

As you put on that bathing suit and head for the beach, or as you enjoy a relaxing vacation to wherever the next great adventure lies, don’t forget to treat your smile. We are bombarded with reminders of how to stay fit over the summer or get the body we’ve always wanted, but often times our smile is left behind as an afterthought. This summer take care of your smile and enhance your overall health because smiles and body health are connected.

Don’t forget the toothbrush and the floss while traveling. People travel all over during the summer months enjoying the freedom of seeing family in other states or riding the next big roller coaster, but often times the toothbrush and floss are forgotten and left behind at home.  This summer don’t forget the essentials in order to keep your smile in tip-top shape.

Cut back on soda while traveling. It can be easy to consume soda during a road trip because you are up later than you normally would be. Dr. Judith Strutz states, “Among the other negative effects of soda is the fact that in only a few short minutes soda can begin to erode the enamel off of your teeth.” The enamel is the hard outer shell that protects your teeth from staining, cavities, and ultimately keeps you from losing your teeth. Instead of soda, reach for healthy more naturally caffeinated drinks.

Don’t forget the fruits and vegetables. While you may be enjoying more exotic foods or foods that are processed, intermix them with healthy fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables that are packed with water can remove food on the teeth in between brushes and also helps prevent dry mouth. “Once your mouth has become dry, it is easier for bacteria to begin to reek havoc on your smile,” says Dr.Judy Strutz.

Your smile is designed to last a lifetime, not just a summer time.