Halloween is a fun time of year, but too many of your sugary treats could lead to tooth decay and toothaches! But our team can help, so you and your family can enjoy your time and avoid the onset of tooth decay. In today’s blog, your team at Brighton Family Dental Group talks about enjoying Halloween in Brighton, MA, without a fear of cavities!
The Link Between Sugar and Cavities
First, let’s talk about how too much sugar leads to tooth decay. When we consume candies with a lot of sugar, this leaves behind particles on or between the teeth. As bacteria consume these, the teeth are coated in a sticky layer of plaque, which hardens into tartar. Over time, this will begin to weaken and erode the outer enamel to allow tooth decay to form. You could develop toothaches and sensitivity, and risk an infection without treatment! But we have a few suggestions to help enjoy Halloween without a fear of cavities.
Tips for Avoiding Cavities
How can you enjoy Halloween without a fear of cavities? We suggest when your kids bring home their treats, you limit them to only a piece or two a day, and just after dinner with a glass of water. The increased saliva production from your meal and the water help rinse away the sugar particles. Kids also need to brush and floss thoroughly each and every day! Parents could also let kids choose a few favorite pieces and trade the rest for a toy, money, or a fun family outing, so they enjoy their trick or treating fun without leaving smiles vulnerable to tooth decay. If your house is the one handing out treats this year, then consider options free of sugar, such as spooky stickers, temporary tattoos, or party favors.
Your Checkup and Cleaning
You should consider bringing the whole family in for a checkup and cleaning now, before Halloween is here and prior to the hectic holiday season! An exam is a chance to catch trouble in the early stages, so we can address this before your schedule gets too busy. We also clean the teeth, which removes harmful plaque and tartar completely to protect kids and adults from a cavity and even gum disease. If you have any questions about how to enjoy Halloween without a fear of cavities, then contact our team today to learn more and get started. We want to help you enjoy the spookiest time of year without the terror of tooth decay!
Talk to Brighton Family Dental Offers Cavity Prevention
We want to help protect your smile from tooth decay and dental infections. Learn more about the importance of exams and cleanings by calling us at Brighton Family Dental Group in Brighton, MA, today at (617) 562-5210.
