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With Thanksgiving right around the corner, many people are already daydreaming about what they\u2019ll be putting on their dinner plate during their annual feast. If you\u2019re looking forward to indulging in your own plethora of festive foods, there\u2019s no need to put your smile at risk. Here are five delicious options that are actually good for your gorgeous grin<\/a>!<\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Turkey<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For many families, turkey is the star of the Thanksgiving meal! Not only is this beneficial bird extremely delicious, but it also provides a wallop of lean protein, niacin, zinc, and vitamins B12 and B6 which can keep your teeth and gums healthy and strong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sweet Potatoes \/ Yams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In their natural form, sweet potatoes and yams are packed with vitamins A and C, both of which are excellent for your periodontal health. However, if you prepare them candied with loads of sugar and marshmallows, they can actually be harmful<\/em> to your smile because those sticky ingredients can coat the teeth, increasing your risk of cavities and decay. Thus, to keep your mouth looking and feeling its best, try preparing them roasted, or enjoy sweetened recipes in moderation and alongside plenty of water!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nuts and Cheese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In addition to delivering plenty of protein and calcium that can help keep your smile healthy and strong, nuts and cheese can boost your saliva production, which can help reduce the levels of acid in your mouth and clear away harmful bits of food and plaque that may cause cavities. Thus, feel free to load up your plate with these savory selections, especially after eating anything that contains lots of sugar or carbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vegetables<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to vegetables of any kind, it\u2019s hard to go wrong. No matter how you enjoy them, they\u2019re loaded with smile-friendly vitamins and minerals, and crunchy raw veggies like carrots, celery, and broccoli can even act like a makeshift toothbrush by scrubbing your teeth as you chew, which comes in handy when you can\u2019t get to a sink!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Festive Foods to Avoid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While there\u2019s certainly no shortage of food to keep your teeth and gums healthy this Thanksgiving, there are unfortunately a few that should be limited or (if you can resist!) avoided altogether, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n