Do your kids go trick-or-treating?
Do you set a limit on how
much candy your kids are allowed to eat after trick-or-treating?
Does your child get a lot of
cavities?
If you’re wondering how to
avoid a cavity nightmare on Halloween, you’re not alone! Many parents are concerned about their child's candy eating habits getting out of hand at Halloween. Just because it's one night a year doesn't mean that your child isn't exposed to cavity risks.
To keep
cavities away and protect your child’s smile this Halloween, the Canadian
Dental Association (CDA) recommends taking these simple steps:
- Limit the number of times a day your child eats sugary treats or snacks between meals. Serve snacks that will not harm your child’s teeth, such as vegetables, cheese, nuts or seeds.
- It is best to eat sugary treats at the end of mealtime while there is still plenty of saliva in the mouth. Saliva helps to wash away the sugars and acids.
- Drinking a glass of water after eating a sugary treat will also help wash away some of the sugars and acids.
- Avoid soft, sticky treats that get stuck between teeth.
- Always have your child brush and floss before going to bed.
If you
remain strict about following the previous steps with your child then
eliminating the risk of developing tooth decay is easy. Halloween is a fun
holiday for all! You don’t want a cavity to put a damper on your holiday season
by allowing the fear of cavities to overwhelm you.
Our ultimate goal is to help you
improve your dental health through care and education. We’re also dedicated to
maintaining a higher level of service for our patients so we can remain the
best Howell family dentist. We will answer your questions and discuss your concerns and together
develop an individualized plan for optimal dental health. Call us to
schedule an appointment for you and your family!
