You may think that no matter what you do this Halloween when it comes to indulging in the mounds of candy that make their way into our lives, you’re putting your oral health (and the health of your family’s smiles) at risk. Of course, sugar is never a good thing for your teeth but that doesn’t mean there aren’t some suggestions that can help protect you and yours from problems like cavities! Think about some easy to accomplish tips that our Conroe, TX team stands by!
Don’t Make It A Week-Long Candy Fest
We know that it might be tempting for you and especially your kiddos to graze on Halloween candy. After all, once you eat one piece, you want another and another. It’s not quite as fun to eat a handful of candy and then stop. However, it happens to be much better for your oral health. When you expose your teeth to sugar nonstop, all day long, you’re making the environment much more friendly for things like tooth decay to occur. When you eat the candy, drink some water, maybe even brush after 30 minutes, and get on with your day, you’re only exposing teeth to sugar for a brief time. This is much less dangerous! Our team suggests you set aside special candy eating time to make it fun for everyone!
Choose Candy That Dissolves Very Quickly
If you’re helping your kids choose which candies they’re going to eat, if you’re handing sugar to your kiddos, or if you’re choosing candy for neighborhood trick or treaters (okay, or for yourself), remember that they’re not all exactly the same as they relate to your oral health. The stuff that hangs around and can coat your teeth more easily is worse. The stuff that can break teeth and dislodge crowns or braces isn’t so great either. Remember, hard, very sticky, very crunchy, and super chew stuff is never on the top of the list as far as smile safety is concerned. Candy that dissolves in a speedy manner (like a piece of milk chocolate) is best. Keep this in mind if you feel like being a bit pickier with your selections this year!
Keep Your Family’s Smiles Healthy With Our Care
Don’t miss out on the dental care that you and your loved ones need. Simply call our team to let us know what you need and when, so we may schedule your appointments. Come in for a visit in Conroe, TX by scheduling a visit with the Dental Centre of Conroe by calling (936) 441-4600. We serve patients from Conroe, Houston, The Woodlands, Willis, Montgomery, Magnolia, Huntsville, and the neighboring communities.
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