{"id":928,"date":"2017-01-04T17:17:21","date_gmt":"2017-01-04T23:17:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.robertmitchelldds.com\/?p=928"},"modified":"2017-05-11T05:37:08","modified_gmt":"2017-05-11T11:37:08","slug":"happy-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.robertmitchelldds.com\/blog\/happy-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"Happy 2017!!!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>RESOLVE TO HAVE A HEALTHIER SMILE IN 2017!!!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>One of the best ways to get a beautiful, healthy smile is to brush at least twice a day. But what else can you do to improve the health and appearance of your teeth? Here are Dallas cosmetic dentist Dr. Robert Mitchell\u2019s Top 10 resolutions for a healthier smile in 2013!<\/p>\n<p>Eat Healthy Foods: An apple a day keeps cavities away. A balanced diet is the best way to make a healthier you and that includes improving your smile. You can help prevent tooth decay by eating lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy products and lean proteins. Go easy when eating acidic fruits though, like the Texas state fruit, red grapefruit.<br \/>\nMake an Appointment: When was your last dental check-up? You should see your dentist and have your teeth cleaned at least twice a year. This not only cleans teeth of tartar and plaque, but allows for early detection of problems that can ruin a great smile. Even in between visits can be a great time for a whitening treatment!<br \/>\nGet Fit: Happiness and exercise are both linked with a boost to the immune system and with the release of endorphins. Exercise increases energy, gives you a sense of accomplishment when personal fitness goals are met and instills a sense of pride with an improved physical appearance. That\u2019s something to smile about!<br \/>\nStop Biting Nails: Nail biting not only wreaks havoc on your manicure, but can destroy a beautiful smile. According to the Academy of General Dentistry, nail biting can crack, chip or wear down front teeth.<br \/>\nHelp Others: One of the best ways to improve your smile is to bring a smile to others. Make this your year to volunteer and help others.<br \/>\nQuit Smoking: Smoking and tobacco products can ruin your smile by giving you bad breath, stained teeth, difficulties in correcting cosmetic dental problems, gum disease and oral cancer.<br \/>\nTake a Trip: Traveling somewhere wonderful can improve your smile. We recommend our own perfect city: Dallas, of course! But our whole state is a traveler\u2019s paradise, considering it is the 2nd largest state in the U.S.!<br \/>\nSpend More Time with Family and Friends: Work, stress and the daily grind can steal your smile. Get back to what\u2019s important and vow to spend more time with loved ones!<br \/>\nHave Fun: Improve your smile by smiling more. Watch a funny movie, see a comedian or laugh about memories with an old friend!<br \/>\nChew More Gum: It\u2019s true! Chewing gum can improve your smile, provided it is sugar-free. According to the ADA, research shows that chewing sugarless gum for 20 minutes following meals can help prevent tooth decay.<br \/>\nDr. Mitchell is hopeful these resolutions improve your smile in 2013! Do you have another resolution or a creative way to achieve your goals in 2013? Share it with us!<\/p>\n<p>For more information on dental care contact us www.RobertMitchellDDS.com &amp; follow us on Twitter and Facebook!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>RESOLVE TO HAVE A HEALTHIER SMILE IN 2017!!! One of the best ways to get a beautiful, healthy smile is to brush at least twice a day. But what else can you do to improve the health and appearance of your teeth? 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