If your children indulge in too much sugar, they (and you) might pay the hefty price in terms of dental health. We’d like to reverse that equation. How about if a local dentist were to pay your child to give you their excess candy? We are referring Halloween candy buy backs which occur all over the country. Conroe dentist, Dr. John M. Richards, will explain how encouraging children to take control of their dental health by making the choice to earn money for their Halloween candy isn’t just about getting something for themselves – they’ll also be giving something to military troops overseas.

 Halloween Can Be Fun without Cavities

The night for trick-or-treating is now over, and many parents are nervously watching their children’s candy hoard shrink too swiftly. A little moderate candy consumption followed by proper oral hygiene shouldn’t lead to long term dental damage. However, access to candy bar, after lollipop, after taffy, after sugary piece of bubblegum, and then skipping out on brushing teeth twice a day, flossing, and using enamel strengthening fluoridated mouthwash, will likely lead to cavities. Sugar feeds Streptococcus mutans, the bacteria that cause tooth decay. The less sugar we provide to S. mutans, the less chance the persistent bacteria have to convert sucrose into lactic acid which will soften your protective enamel and allow bacteria to begin decaying teeth.

Candy for the Troops

Many dentists are jumping at the chance to incentivize neighborhood children to eat their candy responsibly. Your little one can still enjoy the fruits of their Halloween labor but keep candy consumption to a moderate amount. To find a nearby dentist or orthodontist willing to buy your child’s candy from them, and donate it to the troops, visit this website and simply plug in your zip code: http://www.halloweencandybuyback.com.

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At the Dental Centre of Conroe, we believe in providing the latest amenities and advanced technology to ensure every patient enjoys a comfortable experience. Whether you require cosmetic dentistry for an improved smile or dental prosthetics to replace lost teeth, we can help you and your family achieve beautiful, healthy smiles that last a lifetime. To schedule an appointment, call (936) 441-4600. We proudly service residents of Conroe, Willis, Montgomery, The Woodlands, Huntsville, and surrounding communities in the greater Houston area.