Can I Eat Sweets and Still Have a Beautiful Smile?

Dr. Dave was recently in a Rocky Mountain Chocolate store at Denver International Airport. He was looking for chocolate, it’s a great place to shop for it. The clerk behind the counter was friendly and  engaged everyone in conversation. He asked “where are you headed or what was happening in your day.”

When Dr. Dave was asked, he replied, “I’m returning from Tucson from a Dave Ramsey Entre Leadership conference for business.

The clerk asked, “What kind of business do you do?” Dr. Dave replied, “I’m a Dentist. I have a practice in Ft. Collins and Pueblo.”

Beautiful Smiles and Sweet Treats:
It’s All About Moderation

So, let’s clear up some misnomers.

Eating sweets; chocolate, candy, pop, and ice cream, are ok. The key is moderation. AND, not all day. Have your sweet craving, then brush your teeth. Or at least, rinse your mouth with water, (this is not the time for pop) or chew a piece of spry gum. You don’t have to eliminate all the fun of sweets.

There is a hysterical picture of Dr. Dave at a Colorado Rockies game from a few years ago, and he is eating cotton candy. That stuff is pure sugar! And, boy did he enjoy it!

Rockies baseball, fun, and nostalgia. He doesn’t carry a toothbrush with him. Not even in his car. Here’s the thing, he didn’t sit and eat it for hours. He had some, then was finished. The point is, you can have sweets, just not all day, every day.

Beautiful Smiles and Sweet Treats:
It’s All About Regular Check-Ups

This part won’t surprise you at all. Dr. Dave gets his teeth cleaned every 6 months. Preventative. That’s why it’s called a check up.

The hygienist first scales his teeth, to be sure there is no build up. Then check to be sure there isn’t a new development with his gums. Bi-annual check-ups insure his daily hygiene is adequate and catch any issues before they become big ones.

Dr. Dave grew up hearing his Dad Dr. Harold Robinson say:

So, next time you’re in for your check up, ask Dr. Dave about his favorite candy or chocolate. And be sure to enjoy your favorite, and share what kind you like with him. He’ll love hearing about it, especially if you have a great checkup.

Just remember to brush or rinse after you enjoy your favorite. You may even want to snag a fresh baked cookie when you come by, just saying.