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Children love dressing up as zombies on Halloween, but nobody wants to have a zombie\u2019s teeth year-round. While Halloween is a great time to have spooky fun, a heaping pillowcase full of candy can lead to nasty oral health problems long after the sweets are gone. Here\u2019s a guide from your local pediatric dentist<\/a> to help you know which candies are safer than others and how to mitigate the risks when your child is enjoying their Halloween haul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Think Twice Before You Devour Candies Hard, Sticky, and Sour<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

 Sticky candies such as gummies, caramels, and taffy have a way of wedging their way into the nooks and crannies of your mouth and stubbornly hanging out there for a long time. This gives them more time to feed the bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease. Hard candies like butterscotch discs and jawbreakers are just as harsh because they are intended to sit in the mouth and dissolve over time, which coats the teeth in a sugary residue. Trying to chew hard candies can be even worse because the force can chip or crack the teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sour candies are a notorious culprit behind tooth decay because their sour flavor comes from dietary acids. Acid is one of the worst things for your teeth because it directly dissolves the enamel layer. Skip the sour sweets to help keep cavities at bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chocolate Dark Won\u2019t Leave Its Mark<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chocolate is the most popular type of candy around, and it thankfully isn\u2019t the worst thing for your smile. It isn\u2019t acidic or sticky, its texture isn\u2019t harsh on the enamel, and it can be easily cleaned away from your teeth. Dark chocolate is even better because it contains less sugar and is high in antioxidants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Follow Up Your Fun with Sugar-Free Gum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Sugar-free gum is actually a great way to end a snack or meal because it can stimulate saliva flow without contributing to tooth decay. Saliva is your body\u2019s first line of defense against tooth decay because it washes away leftover food and sugary residues while remineralizing the teeth and helping control bacterial populations. Chewing this guiltless minty confection also helps remove food debris and plaque stuck on the teeth. If you can find the American Dental Association\u2019s Seal of Acceptance on the label, you know you have the right brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The best time to enjoy candy is with a meal because the extra saliva circulating around the mouth will help clean away the excess sugars and acids. Be sure to have all the frightful fun your family can handle this Halloween but remember to watch out for everyone\u2019s teeth so that they all have the same beautifully ghoulish grins next year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At The Dental Specialists Pediatric Dentistry, we\u2019re proud to have a team of three experienced pediatric dentists: Dr. Lucely Santillan<\/a>, Dr. Adam Preece<\/a>, and Dr. Alexander Shau<\/a>. Thanks to their years of advanced training, they\u2019re able to provide specialized treatments that are designed to meet the unique oral healthcare needs of kids. They can help diagnose bruxism in your child and will work with you to discover solutions for helping your little one stop grinding their teeth. To learn more or schedule your next appointment, they can be reached online<\/a> or at (972) 364-7472<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Children love dressing up as zombies on Halloween, but nobody wants to have a zombie\u2019s teeth year-round. While Halloween is a great time to have spooky fun, a heaping pillowcase full of candy can lead to nasty oral health problems long after the sweets are gone. 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