Halloween is a run time of the year for all ages, but this is also a time of the year in which we’re inundated with sugary treats. We want you to enjoy Halloween without putting your smiles at risk for tooth decay! In today’s blog, your team at Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY, talks about avoiding tooth decay during the spooky season.
How Halloween Candy Leads to Cavities
When you and your kids consume too much candy, this leaves behind sugar particles, which can cling to the teeth and become stuck between them. When this happens, harmful oral bacteria will consume them, a process that creates plaque buildup, coating the teeth. The buildup hardens with time into tartar, and can weaken outer enamel to make the onset of cavities possible. You and your kids could develop toothaches and over time, an increased risk of an infected tooth. But we can help! We have a few suggestions for avoiding tooth decay during the spooky season.
Tips for Avoiding Tooth Decay
What can be done to avoid tooth decay during the spooky season? First, make sure everyone in your family brushes their teeth twice a day and flosses every evening. Then, try to limit how many sweets you eat per day. Reserve a few pieces for just after dinner and with a glass of water, so the combination of the increased salvia production and water helps wash away the sugar particles. You can also offer your kids the chance to trade their excess candy to you for a small amount of money, a toy, or a family outing, so they can trick or treat but not indulge in too many sweets. If your house is giving our sweets, consider options free of sugar, such as temporary tattoos, stickers, or party favors.
Checkups and Cleanings
If you and your family have not had a checkup in the last six months, then consider one now! We can see you before the holidays take off and your schedule becomes too busy. An exam means we can identify issues and address them before they cause painful symptoms, and also clean the teeth to remove all plaque and tartar to avoid cavities and gum disease. If you have any questions about how to avoid tooth decay during the spooky season, or if you want to schedule a visit with our team, then contact our team today to learn more and get started.
Grinnell Street Dental Wants You To Avoid Cavities
Our team wants to help you enjoy good oral health, even during the spookiest time of the year, so talk to our team about a checkup and cleaning appointment. If you need family dentistry, call our team at Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY today at (307) 672-7567.
