If you’re like many people, soon you’ll be indulging in all manner of savory dishes and sugary treats. And if you’re like most others, your attention will be more on the food and good company than your oral health. While that is perfectly acceptable, you should at least have a plan to keep your teeth in good shape after the feast is done.

If you want the four best ways to help your oral health stay fresh during Thanksgiving, continue reading. With these tips, you can eat all the turkey and cranberry sauce you want and keep your pearly whites happy.

Plaque is despised by dentists across the world because it is like a housing development for the harmful bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease. This nasty yellow film that grows on teeth throughout the day is a buildup of bacteria that grows above and below the gumline, and it makes it easier for these germs to multiply and infect nearby tissues. While plaque can’t be completely eliminated, it can be managed. Here are a few tips for keeping plaque at minimal levels.