Thanksgiving dinner is a tasty occasion full of crowd-pleasing fare such as turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and green bean casserole. While these all certainly make for a delicious spread, some recipes for these cuisines can also be recipes for dental disaster. Oftentimes, Thanksgiving foods are high in sugars and starches that can provide a feast for the bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease. Here are a few tips from your dentist that can help keep your Thanksgiving dinner from causing cavities in the smiles of your friends and family.
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