Dental Care Tips For Halloween

Dental Care Tips For Halloween

Posted by Mike Liggett on Oct 26 2022, 09:52 AM

Halloween is a fun time of year for most people. But it can pose some risks to your teeth. The treats and sweets that are part of Halloween celebrations can cause major damage to your teeth. It can also lead to bad breath and dental cavities.

The scariest part of Halloween for many trick-or-treaters is the number of oral health problems that come with the sugary candy that they get while out roaming the neighborhoods. Luckily, there are a few steps you can take to keep your teeth safe this Halloween as well as all year long!

Halloween Candy

Sugary treats are the primary cause of tooth decay, and the candy is the worst culprit of the bunch. Hard candies are even worse because they can break a tooth or chip the enamel on your teeth – adding insult to injury! When your child goes trick-or-treating this year, make sure they avoid those sugary sweets as much as possible to help protect their teeth and help them maintain healthy smiles.

This Halloween season, encourage your family to trade in the typical bag of candy for some fun-sized packs of sugar-free gum instead. Gum is a great alternative to candy as it helps to freshen breath, prevent cavities, and can even help strengthen teeth by stimulating the flow of saliva. On top of that, your kids can still enjoy a treat while keeping their smiles healthy and bright this Halloween!

In addition to sugar, watch out for other common Halloween hazards that can harm your smiles. These include items such as hard candies, popcorn kernels, or even certain fruits like apples that can all cause serious damage to your teeth when you bite into them. Talk with your dentist about the best ways to protect your teeth this season while doing things like decorating your house, carving pumpkins, or making delicious spooky snacks. Your dentist can help you find creative ways to protect your teeth while still enjoying the holiday fun!

Halloween Oral Hygiene

Eating candy and other treats on Halloween night is fun, but be sure to maintain good oral health habits like brushing and flossing your teeth. It’s also a good idea to consider getting sealants applied to protect the rear molars from cavities. Sealants last up to a decade, and they provide extra protection for teeth that are prone to decay.

If you’ve already been to your dentist for a cleaning and checkup for this year, you’re all set! If you haven’t, it’s not too late to get an appointment scheduled before the holidays. 

Dark Chocolate a Better Alternative

Dark chocolates are lower in sugar and thus better for your teeth than milk or white varieties. However, the sticky nature of most chocolates can wreak havoc on your smile. Avoid hard candies and chewy sweets that can get stuck in between teeth and cause decay.

Get in touch with Parklane Family Dental for the best dental treatment and care. Call Dentist in Fort Smith, AR, at (479) 782-0080 (Fort Smith, AR), (479) 484-0777 (Fort Smith, AR), or the Dentist in Rogers, AR at (479) 273-0004 (Rogers, AR) to book an appointment or visit any of our locations.

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