6 Tips to Keep Treats from Playing Tricks on Your Children’s Teeth

Halloween is frightfully fun for everyone, but all that candy can play some tricks on your little one’s teeth.  Here are a 6 Tips to balance good oral hygiene and holiday fun.

1.     Moderation is the Key-Suggest 2 small pieces of Halloween treasure as a dessert after dinner when saliva production helps wash the sugar away.

2.     Try to discourage snacking on candy and sweets all day to avoid the constant sugar which creates an unhealthy PH environment for the mouth and teeth, leading to more acid production and tooth damage.

3.     Encourage drinking water to help restore the PH balance of the mouth, neutralizing the acids in the mouth.

4.     Be selective with the candies.  Some candies are worst than others, sticky gummies, caramels and sour candies expose the teeth to sugar for a longer period of time. Opt for chocolate, especially dark chocolate which washes off the teeth more easily than sticky candies like gummies.

5.     Think creatively and encourage ghoulish treats alternatives like fruit snacks, nuts, fruits and baked goods.

6.     Always brush twice a day especially before bedtime with fluoride toothpaste, floss nightly and visit your family dentist for regular check-ups.

We all love sweets during the Holidays, and life is about enjoying celebrations with friends and family. To maintain a beautiful healthy smile, remember that good dental health and care starts with good daily habits. Schedule your regular check-ups today at Plainsboro Dental Care - 609-799-4422.