Halloween is just two weeks away and thus begins the abundance of treats and candies. Below are a few simple tips to help keep your children’s teeth healthy during these times of celebration.
1. Let your family have one free-for-all day to just enjoy! Just make sure to give those teeth a good brush and floss before getting into bed.
2. Allow limitations on candy after the big night to cut down on grazing. Examples are limiting candy consumption to 5 minutes after a weekend meal or choosing one candy after each dinner for a week.
3. When possible, choose chocolate! Chocolate cleans off the teeth easier and is less likely to cause cavities than sour or sticky candies. Hard and sticky candies bathe your teeth in sugar for a prolonged period of time. Sour candies are acidic and decrease the pH in your mouth putting your teeth at higher risk for cavities.
Thank you for trusting Tiny Texans Pediatric Dentistry with your children’s smiles and we hope that your holiday season is as sweet as they are! Call us to schedule your child’s next dental appointment today at (512) 646-4500.