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It’s that time of year again: spooky season! There’s a lot to get done and so little time left. From getting together costumes, picking a trick-or-treating route, and preparing for parties at work or with friends, it can be easy to let your little one’s oral health become an afterthought. With a holiday that’s based so heavily around sweets, being proactive is the best way to keep oral health issues at bay. Read on to learn about what kinds of Halloween candy are the worst for your little one’s smile and which ones will prevent a scary grin.
So, what is it that makes Halloween candy so damaging to your child’s smile? Many popular treats contain a lot of sugar. Bacteria in the mouth feed on this sugar and then release acids that attack your child’s enamel. Enamel is the outermost layer of the tooth and protects their smile from damage. When it’s weakened, this makes their pearly whites more likely to develop cavities.
There are a few kinds of Halloween candy that can be particularly harmful to your little one’s oral health, including:
Fortunately, not all Halloween candies are bad for your child’s teeth. There are a few that are safe for them to eat, such as:
If your little one has been looking forward to Halloween all year long, make sure to keep the above information in mind. Knowing what Halloween candy is better for their beam will help them make it through the holiday damage-free!
Drs. Jason Hong and Kathy Lam are here to help patients keep their pearly whites healthy and bright. They administer a variety of treatments, such as preventive options to keep oral health issues at bay. They can also restore damaged beams and offer helpful tips to protect your teeth at home. To make an appointment or for more information, visit Dr. Jason Hong and Dr. Kathy Lam’s website or call them at (630) 789-1555 today.