{"id":382,"date":"2022-02-16T01:23:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-16T01:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/?p=382"},"modified":"2022-03-02T01:29:09","modified_gmt":"2022-03-02T01:29:09","slug":"ideas-for-valentines-day-dental-gifts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/2022\/02\/16\/ideas-for-valentines-day-dental-gifts\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Dentist-Approved Ideas for Overdue Valentine\u2019s Day Gifts"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Valentine\u2019s Day has already passed, but that doesn\u2019t mean you don\u2019t still have the chance to show that special someone in your life that you care with a belated gift. Candy is one of the most common gifts, of course, but if your romantic interest has concerns about their dental health, you\u2019ll probably want to look into a few other ideas that make your feelings clear without putting anyone\u2019s teeth at risk. Below are 4 ideas for Valentine\u2019s Day dental gifts from your dentist in Kittanning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Solid Dark Chocolate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some people love getting chocolate for Valentine\u2019s Day too much to really give it up. If your loved one has a sweet tooth that needs to be satisfied, get them some dark, solid chocolate. Dark chocolate has much less sugar than its white and milk counterparts, and being solid means that it doesn\u2019t contain any sticky caramel or syrups that can get stuck on the teeth and increase the risk of cavities. This makes it one of the most dental-friendly (yet still romantic) options when it comes to sweets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. A Brighter Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Has your loved one been feeling a little self-conscious about their grin lately? You can give them a chance to brighten it up a bit by making arrangements for \u201cone professional whitening with a dentist near me\u201d. The process can remove years of ground-in stains in just one hour, and it\u2019s known to provide reliable results. And since whitening can last for several years, this is one gift that your partner will definitely be able to enjoy for a long time to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. A Fruit Tray<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Fruit can help quench a craving for sweets without covering the teeth in sugar, and most fruits contain a lot of vitamins and minerals that keep the teeth and gums healthy. A fruit tray arranged in the shape of a heart can be a great way to show your affection and give your loved one something to munch on while taking care of their pearly whites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. A Bouquet of Flowers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If candy\u2019s off the table, there\u2019s always another Valentine\u2019s Day staple: a beautiful bouquet of flowers. Your feelings will come across loud and clear, and your gift will be just as easy on the eyes as it will be on your loved one\u2019s grateful smile. For those who want a gift that will last a little longer, consider a potted plant instead; it can be just as lovely and can last for quite a while when cared for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are plenty of creative ideas for late Valentine\u2019s Day gifts that won\u2019t lead to dental problems in the future. Show your loved one how much they mean to you with a present that has their smile in mind.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Ray Voller has practiced in Kittanning since graduating from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine in 1980. He\u2019s proud to be able to bring his Kittanning friends and neighbors high-level comprehensive preventive<\/a>, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry at Voller Dentistry. If you\u2019re thinking about scheduling a teeth whitening session for yourself or a loved one, or if you\u2019d like to schedule a post-Valentine\u2019s Day appointment, visit his website<\/a> or call (724) 954-3650.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Valentine\u2019s Day has already passed, but that doesn\u2019t mean you don\u2019t still have the chance to show that special someone in your life that you care with a belated gift. Candy is one of the most common gifts, of course, but if your romantic interest has concerns about their dental health, you\u2019ll probably want to […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-382","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/382","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=382"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/382\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":384,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/382\/revisions\/384"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=382"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=382"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=382"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}