Christmas is very nearly here! And with it comes cosy evenings, much-needed family time, and let’s face it…PLENTY of mince pies! It’s a fantastic season, but also the time of year when your teeth have to work overtime.
With sugary treats and disruptions to your routine, Christmas could be a recipe for dental trouble. So, we’ve put together our top tips to keep your smile happy and healthy over the holidays (plus what to do if you need a dentist in Hull over the break)!
Jingle All The Way…To Healthy Teeth And Gums!
Christmas is jam-packed full of things that put extra pressure on your teeth and gums:
- Sugary snacks and mulled drinks
- Cold weather sensitivity
- Late-night parties and skipped brushing routines
- Hard foods like crackling, toffees and nuts!
Even minor issues, like annoying sensitivities, can suddenly flare over the holidays! Keep reading to find out what our dental experts recommend.
Top Tips From Your Local Dentist in Hull
- Try not to snack too often
We know, we know… this one’s hard to do, especially at Christmas! But constantly sipping on fizzy drinks and snacking means sugar sits on your teeth longer. So, having your treats at mealtimes will cause less damage long-term.
- Healthier (equally delicious) snacks
Not all treats have to wreck your smile! Cheese, crunchy fruits and vegetables, yoghurt… even chocolate is a better alternative to sticky toffees and gummies that cling to your teeth and cause more decay!
- Don’t use your teeth as tools!
That means no opening bottles, no cracking nuts, no tearing tape!
- Drink plenty of water
Water helps to wash away sugar and protect your enamel – super helpful after spicy mulled wine or hot chocolate!
- Stick to your brushing routine
It only takes two minutes, twice a day, so don’t forget!
Emergency Dental Care In Hull
If you do require a dental emergency appointment over Christmas, don’t worry – these things happen! Here’s what we would class as urgent:
- Severe toothache that’s keeping you up at night
- Facial swelling
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- Knocked-out teeth
- Broken teeth that are causing pain
- Signs of infection or abscess
If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, or you’re unsure if you need to see a dentist, please phone our dental practice in Hull. We’d rather you checked than struggled in silence!
543 Dental Christmas Opening Hours
Christmas Eve — 8 am–5 pm
Christmas Day — Closed (NHS 111 for emergencies)
Boxing Day — Closed (NHS 111)
Saturday 27th December — Closed (NHS 111)
Sunday 28th December — Closed (NHS 111)
Monday 29th December — 8 am–5 pm
Tuesday 30th December — 8 am–5 pm
Wednesday 31st December — 8 am–5 pm
Thursday 1st January 2026 — Closed (NHS 111)
Friday 2nd January 2026 — 8 am–5 pm
If you need urgent NHS dental help when we’re closed, please contact NHS 111.
