unwrap the merry and bright benefits of holistic oral health for the holidays
The holiday season is filled with sweet indulgences, packed schedules, and plenty of cheer, but it's also a crucial time to prioritize your oral health. With all the festive treats and travel, keeping up with a holistic oral care routine can make a world of difference for your sparkling smile. Let’s unwrap the benefits of maintaining a healthy mouth during the holidays with help from our travel size toothpaste and sustainable dental gifts, so you (and your loved ones) can enjoy the season to the fullest without sacrificing oral wellness. the importance of oral health during the holidays Amidst all the sweet treats and packed schedules that come with the holidays, it's easy to let your oral health slip through the cracks. So here’s a gentle reminder of why keeping up with your oral care during the holidays is more important than ever. increased indulgence: the festive season is full of festive treats, pumpkin pie, sugar cookies, candy canes, fudge, blondies…the list goes on! While we encourage you to savor these sweet moments with your loved ones, increasing your sugar intake can be tough on your teeth. Bacteria feed on sugar, releasing harmful acids that can erode your enamel, so it’s important to keep up with your oral care routine to brush away the bad guys. Hydroxyapatite toothpaste is known to remineralize damaged enamel, soothing sensitivity that can often come with eating sweets. out of your routine: being out of your routine can make it tempting to throw your healthy habits out the window. Our best advice is to keep as many things normal as possible, like your oral care routine (travel size toothpaste can help), your walking routine, and the healthy foods you eat regularly. stress: even if it’s “good” stress (aka excitement), stress can be hard on your entire body. Increased stress can lead to teeth grinding, dry mouth, dietary changes, and decreased attention surrounding your oral care routine. These things can greatly impact your oral and overall health, so it’s important to keep up with a diligent holistic oral care routine during the holidays. setting an example for family members: this season often means more family time, making it a perfect opportunity to be a star example in the world of oral care. Adopting healthy habits, like brushing daily with hydroxyapatite toothpaste, can rub off on those around you! Having your hydroxyapatite toothpaste or stainless steel tongue scraper on the bathroom counter can spark conversations about these innovative oral care tools. It can open a whole new door for them to explore natural, holistic products! travel: there’s no place like home for the holidays, but it’s no secret that this season often calls for the opposite…travel. Travel can be hard on your body and mouth, so it’s important to stock up on your favorite travel size toothpaste to accompany you through Thanksgiving and the rest of the festive season. As we always say, your mouth is the window to your overall health (gut, brain, and immune system). While everyone is traveling and gathering for the holidays, it’s as important as ever to keep up your oral care habits to nurture your immune system and enjoy this season to the fullest. sustainable shopping tips for holiday dental gifts The holiday season is also the busiest shopping season of the year. With Black Friday and Cyber Monday on the horizon, we invite you to shop sustainable (and small) for your holiday gifts! If you’re looking for dental gifts that can elevate your loved one’s (or your own) oral care routine, we have the perfect lineup. With natural toothpaste for both kids + adults, innovative hydroxyapatite floss, our stainless steel tongue scraper, and our premium bamboo toothbrush, our selection of dental gifts at Davids continues to grow! Note: we know it’s tempting to think that dental gifts are a little “lame,” but we want to remind you that they’re gifts that keep on giving! For example, if you give someone the gift of hydroxyapatite toothpaste and it soothes the tooth sensitivity they’ve been feeling for years (to the point where it rarely ever comes back), that’s a gift to remember! Plus, dental gifts make the perfect stocking stuffers. When you shop small at Davids this holiday season, you can smile bright knowing you’re supporting a family business and buying sustainable products that minimize plastic, avoid animal testing and byproducts, and come packaged in FSC-certified paperboard. When you buy our natural toothpaste online, you can write ***REMOVE TUBE KEY/CAP/BOX*** in line two of your address to make it a true zero waste toothpaste! Plus, our formulas avoid artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, sulfates, and fluoride, so you can gift with confidence. the benefits of crafting your holiday oral health kit with Davids We hope your holiday season is filled with nothing but comfort and joy, which is exactly why we’ve curated an incredible collection of holistic oral care products for a healthy mouth + healthy you. the essential bundle: when you purchase our hydroxyapatite toothpaste, stainless steel tongue scraper, bamboo toothbrush, and expanding floss as a bundle, you save 15%. You’ll also have the tools you need to really hone your holiday oral care routine. Our expanding floss will clean the tight crevices of your teeth, while our bamboo toothbrush and hydroxyapatite toothpaste work together to fight bacteria, polish and whiten your teeth, and soothe sensitivity by remineralizing your enamel from the inside out. Our single-handed tongue scraper then swoops in to reduce bacteria on your tongue’s cushy surface, adding another line of defense against harmful microorganisms. travel size toothpaste: whether you’re looking for stocking stuffers or a sidekick to accompany you on your festive adventures, our travel size toothpaste can help you fight the negative impacts of holiday sweets and help you maintain healthy oral care habits on the road. Our peppermint hydroxyapatite toothpaste, signature peppermint toothpaste, and charcoal toothpaste all come in a travel size, so you can bring your favorites along no matter where the season takes you. Explore our full lineup of holistic oral care products to nurture a smile that shines bright this festive season and beyond. buy now.
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how to keep your smile merry and bright this holiday season with our travel size toothpaste
The most wonderful time of the year is right around the corner, and we want to make sure you have all the tools you need to keep your smile as merry and bright as the festivities around you. With so many decorations to be hung, travel plans to secure, and gift lists to check off, it’s easy to feel immediately overwhelmed by this season that’s supposed to be fun and joyous! That’s why we’re taking all the necessary steps to make sure you’re taking care of yourself this holiday season with a healthy and holistic oral care routine. Our travel size toothpaste is one of the best tricks to have up your sleeve to ensure your mouth is fresh, healthy, and sparkling this holiday season. So you can look and feel your best no matter where it takes you. there’s no place like roam(ing) for the holidays While many say there’s no place like home, a study found that ahead of the 2022 holiday season, nearly 47% of Americans planned to travel, despite unique holiday barriers such as flight cancellations, overcrowded airports, and increased travel prices. And it’s no secret that travel makes it more difficult to stay on top of your oral care routine. Not to mention, the holiday season is also famous for sweet treats, celebrations, and special indulgences, all of which can do some damage to your teeth....even if it’s just for a short period of time. So, whether you’re traveling to see family or escaping to a remote island destination, we want to help you to feel like your happiest and brightest self. This means nurturing your mouth, avoiding the sensitivity (and other damage) that can come with holiday indulgences, and keeping your oral care on point even in the middle of a busy holiday season. Don’t worry, our travel size toothpaste is the perfect little product to help with just that. maintain optimal oral health with Davids travel size toothpaste Our travel size toothpaste was made to be your go-to sidekick for busy seasons of travel. It falls within TSA requirements, yet it still contains all of the amazing benefits of our coveted premium toothpaste! Available in our peppermint, charcoal peppermint, and hydroxyapatite formulas, our travel size toothpaste contains premium ingredients, avoids harmful or questionable ingredients such as fluoride and SLS, and works wonders for your long-term oral and overall health. Be sure to stock up on these mini superheroes ahead of the busy holiday travel season! Here are some additional pro tips to make sure you’re staying on top of your oral care throughout the holiday season. hydrate, hydrate, hydrate: we may sound like a broken record, but water is so important for all aspects of your health, including your oral health! Water helps flush away bad bacteria, reduce dry mouth, and restore your mouth to a health pH level. If you’re looking for a refreshing change from plain old water, we recommend reaching for an unsweetened green tea, which contains antibacterial and antioxidant properties that can help tame bad breath throughout your travels. snack smart: instead of opting for proceed, sugary foods that are often offered at rest stops and airports, reach for smart snacks that hydrate your mouth and “exfoliate” your teeth (yes, that’s a thing). Fresh fruits and veggies such as apples, pears, melons, berries, cucumbers, celery, and carrots have a healthy water content and work to exfoliate your teeth as you chew. Other snacks like yogurt are gut-friendly, probiotic-rich and high in protein to keep you satiated and balanced. freshen up: in addition to our travel size toothpaste, consider packing an herbal breath spray or natural, plant-based gum. Be sure to keep these items within reach at all times throughout your travels! Also, don’t forget to keep your oral care items in one place, so you can keep them close and avoid any unnecessary contamination that comes with shuffling items around. We recommend a reusable cosmetic bag that’s easy to clean and disinfect between your trips! dashing through the trash You know us....we simply couldn’t talk about holiday travel and oral care without mentioning waste.Did you know that the average American’s waste production increases from 25-42% during the holiday season? That’s one huge reason it’s so important to reduce unnecessary waste wherever and whenever you can this holiday season. Although this waste increase isn’t caused by the oral care industry (it’s more of a product of gifting, food waste, and festive decoration waste), our daily habits still play a huge role in our waste generation, and oral care is a repeat single-use-waste offender. If you’re not already doing your best to remove plastic from your self-care routine, we invite you to do so in the spirit of the holiday season! give a gift to the planet Tis the season to honor the planet! Our full line of holistic, natural oral care products are made of (and packaged in) planet-friendly materials. From our intentional ingredients to our sustainable packaging (have you seen our recyclable toothpaste tube?), every detail has been optimized to honor your oral health and the health of the planet. One of the easiest ways to give a gift to the planet (and yourself!) this holiday season is to replace your conventional products with our zero waste toothpaste, bamboo toothbrush, infinitely reusable tongue scraper, and travel size toothpaste this holiday season and beyond. Pro tip: you can purchase our hydroxyapatite toothpaste, bamboo toothbrush, and tongue scraper together (for less) in our essentials bundle. It’s a perfect gift for yourself and your loved ones this holiday season. Happy brushing! buy now.
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our top five tips for taking care of your teeth and the planet while traveling
Traveling can be exciting and enlightening, but it can also be hard on your body (even your teeth). When journeying to a new destination, you can typically expect to be thrown out of your routine. Whether you’re traveling by plane, train, or car, you’re limited in terms of what self-care items you can bring along with you...as well as what amenities you have access to throughout your trip. Sure, there are all kinds of travel-sized products out there that you can bring along with you. But are they the best option when it comes to caring for your teeth and the planet? To help answer this question, we’re sharing some of our top tips for taking care of your teeth and the planet next time you travel. From sharing advice to spotlighting our sustainable travel size toothpaste and essentials bundle, we want to help you feel prepared for your next trip, in a way that sustains nature+you. 1: check in on your last check up First things first: when was the last time you went to the dentist? Before you travel, it’s always a good idea to check in with your dentist to make sure you don’t have any serious issues lurking in the background. The last thing you need to worry about as you leave home (aka, the place where your regular dentist exists!) is emergency dental treatment. Once you get a clean bill of health from your dentist, you can travel with peace of mind knowing your pearly whites are in the clear. 2: grab your Davids travel essentials Now that you’ve checked in with your dentist and begun packing for your trip, one of the best things you can do to sustain nature+you is to stock up on our travel size toothpaste. For our friends with sensitive teeth, we recommend our travel size nano-hydroxyapatite toothpaste. Why is this one of the best ways to care for your teeth + the planet as you travel? it remineralizes your teeth: with every brushing, our hydroxyapatite toothpaste delivers a nourishing dose of n-Ha particles, which penetrate your enamel to fortify it from the inside out. These nanoparticles plug tiny holes and imperfections in your enamel to protect your tooth’s center nerve from outside attacks (cold food/drinks, bacteria, and more). it prevents dry mouth: let’s face it, for many reasons, it can be way harder to avoid dehydration and dry mouth when you’re traveling. When your mouth is dry, it gives bacteria the upper hand, allowing them to do more damage. To combat this, our travel size toothpaste is formulated with intentional ingredients like xylitol, premium peppermint oils, and vegetable glycerin to stimulate saliva production and moisten your mouth. it’s a zero waste toothpaste: unlike most (if not all) conventional travel size toothpaste out there, our toothpaste comes in a recyclable toothpaste tube. That’s right! Instead of plastic, we package our paste in aluminum, an infinitely recyclable material. Trust us, you won’t find many other travel size self-care products that also work to minimize plastic waste! 3: keep everything clean In addition to our travel size toothpaste, the Davids Essentials Bundle can add even more benefits to your travel routine. Along with our hydroxyapatite toothpaste, the bundle includes our tongue scraper and bamboo toothbrush. When traveling, it can be hard to keep your oral care products on you while also keeping them clean. Keeping these products clean is crucial since you don’t want to introduce new sources of bacteria to your mouth while you travel! You can start by disinfecting the toiletry bag that will be holding the products and washing your tongue scraper with soap after every use. But when it comes to keeping your toothbrush clean as you travel, things can get a little tricky. We recommend keeping it in a clean reusable bag or opting for a brand new bamboo toothbrush. While it’s not ideal to think of a bamboo toothbrush as a “single-use” item, you can find peace knowing it’s biodegradable and compostable. Unlike its plastic counterparts, a bamboo toothbrush can decompose in an industrial compost bin in a matter of weeks. 4: stay hydrated To circle back to the topic of dry mouth, staying hydrated is key when it comes to caring for your teeth while traveling. It’s one of the best ways to ensure your mouth has what it needs to produce an adequate supply of saliva while flushing out lingering debris, bacteria, and residue. To make sure you’re sustaining nature+you, we recommend bringing along a reusable water bottle to refill at rest stops and airports along the way. This way, you can keep up with your water intake without contributing to the billions of plastic water bottles used across the globe each year. 5: bring your own satiating snacks Believe it or not, your snacking habits can play a massive role in your oral health (and your volume of waste) while you travel. Carb-heavy snacks, ranging from potato chips to sugary candy, are the main foods that feed bacteria. When these bacteria feed off sugar deposits, they generate acids that can cause bad breath, sensitivity, gum disease, tooth decay, and beyond. Not to mention, it’s estimated that large airports can generate up to 32,000 tons of waste per year. The snacks and drinks that come in single-use plastic packaging contribute heavily to this number, which is another reason we recommend bringing your own mouth-healthy, sustainable, and satiating snacks along with you the next time you travel. Some of our favorite mouth-healthy snacks include vitamin-D-rich products such as cheese, fibrous fruits and vegetables, healthy nuts and seeds, and lean proteins such as seafood, tofu, and beans. You might be surprised to find that most airports allow you to bring prepped food through security, so be sure to check your local airport’s rules before you head out. travel with care With summer in full swing, we hope you have some fun, relaxing adventures planned! To prepare for your travel days, be sure to check out all of our travel size toothpaste flavors. With our charcoal, peppermint, and hydroxyapatite toothpastes as travel options, stock up to ensure your next travel day sustains nature+you. buy now.
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