DOUBLE TROUBLE
CLEAN YOUR SMILE AND ENJOY YOUR FAVORITE FOODS
Who says multitasking is impossible? Well, brain science does. But dental science says you can enjoy a snack and get some dental cleaning done at the same time. Check out some of these treats that pull double duty as both yummy snacks and superfoods for your smile.
whites, aiding your saliva in its mission. As a bonus, the vitamins these veggies contain are great for your gums and bone health. (Though teeth are not bones, they are very similar in composition.) So, follow Peter Rabbit’s lead and get in a daily serving of teeth-brushing vegetables.
CHEESE, PLEASE (AND OTHER DAIRY TOO) In addition to providing your bones and teeth with calcium, cheese, yogurts, and other dairy products can be low in sugar. Dairy lowers the acidity level in your mouth and creates an unfavorable environment for bacteria looking to ruin your perfect smile. Plus, chewing cheese promotes saliva production, which is effectively nature’s toothbrush. As long as you don’t go overboard, dental experts say there’s nothing wrong with cutting the cheese.
THINK ABOUT YOUR GUMS Since the purpose of gum is to be mashed between our teeth for long periods of time, it’s natural to produce buckets of saliva while enjoying a piece. But dentists warn that in order to get the full benefits for your gums and teeth, you should be chewing sugar-free gum to avoid caking your mouth in enamel-gnawing sugars. Although the sugar content in most gum flavors isn’t high enough to completely outweigh the pros of the chewing motion and saliva production, it’s still wise to be mindful of the sugars your favorite gum contains.
A FEAST FIT FOR RABBITS Few people get excited about bland treats like celery or carrots, but your teeth just might. The physical action of eating carrots and celery stimulates your mouth to produce more saliva. Plus, the textures of these vegetables can help brush gunk off your gums and pearly
The best way to get the perfect smile is with regular dental cleanings, brushing, and flossing, but if you’re craving a treat,
you can’t beat one that multitasks for you.
BRUSSELS SPROUT HASH
INGREDIENTS
Inspired by Food Republic
Nothing matters more to us than kind words and recommendations from our patients. In order to say thanks for passing our name along, we’ve created a new referral program. It works like this: When an existing patient comes in for a cleaning, they can ask for a stack of referral cards. The patient can hand out these cards to friends and family members. When a new patient comes in with a card, they immediately receive $100 in credit toward any out-of-pocket expenses for treatments or cleanings. The existing patient earns a free gift as a thank-you for their referral, as well as being entered for monthly giveaways, which will be announced on our Facebook page (Facebook.com/EagleDentalCare).
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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4 cups Brussels sprouts, finely shredded
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1 sprig fresh rosemary
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4 eggs
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2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
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1/4 cup onions, chopped
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Salt and freshly ground pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a cast-iron skillet or large sauté pan, heat oil to medium. 2. Once shimmering, add rosemary for 1 minute, then remove sprig. 3. Reduce heat to medium-low, add onion and garlic, and cook until onion softens, about 5 minutes. 4. Increase heat to medium-high, add Brussels sprouts, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5 minutes. 5. Using a large spoon, create 4 wells for eggs. Pour 1 egg into each well and cook until set. 6. Carefully remove eggs and Brussels sprouts from pan and serve.
Thank you for all you do to spread the word about our practice. Be sure to inquire about our referral cards at your next appointment.
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