Give the Gift of Oral Health

The holiday season is a time for celebration, peace, and joy. Giving and receiving a gift also is one of the joys of the festive season. Dental care holiday gifts can be both thoughtful and practical. This holiday season, give the gift of oral health and help someone unwrap a gift that will bring a healthy smile to their face!

Holiday Dental Care Gift Ideas

The holiday season can be an opportunity to adopt better oral care habits as a new year is around the corner. Below are dental care gift ideas or stocking stuffers that can benefit someone who takes their oral care seriously or could use a little support to maintain a healthier smile.

• A set of four (4) soft bristle toothbrushes. This can help someone replace their worn toothbrush with a fresh one every three months as recommended by most dental professionals.
• A powered toothbrush. The high-tech brushing features on selected models, such as a timer, make this a great gift to help someone with their daily brushing. This gift can benefit both children and adults.
• A pack of angled, soft bristle interdental brushes. These brushes can remove plaque and food particles from tight spaces between teeth. These brushes are extremely handy when wearing braces.
• Flossing aids. Choose from traditional waxed, unwaxed or flavored dental floss, a dental floss holder, flossing sticks, or a water flosser. Flossing can prevent cavities and periodontal disease.
• Tongue scraper. These oral care tools are designed to help remove bacteria from the tongue, which can help reduce bad breath. They come in fun designs and a variety of colors.
• A refillable water bottle. Drinking water is a healthier option for someone’s oral and overall health.

Holiday Dental Care Acts of Kindness

Giving back during the holidays is an opportunity to spread joy and create meaningful connections which can positively impact the lives of others. You can support someone with their oral health with the following acts of kindness:

• Offer someone a ride to their next dental visit. Getting to a dental appointment may be difficult for some people.
• Help someone sign up for Medi-Cal dental benefits. This can be online or at a local community center. Visit the Medi-Cal Expansion resource to find enrollment assistance.
• Find a local dental provider. Help someone get access to dental care services in the community. Click here to find a local low-cost community health center or call 1-800-564-8448.
• Help someone take their first steps to quit smoking or vaping. Click here for free quit smoking/vaping resources to help a friend or family member start their journey to become tobacco-free.

This season, give someone an oral health inspired gift to help them maintain a healthy and happy smile, and better overall health. Happy holidays from the Orange County Local Oral Health Program.