How To Avoid Spooky Cavities This Halloween

Tips For Enjoying Halloween Treats!

All Hallows Eve is right around the corner, which to most means that sugar is in the air. Bowls of delicious candy will be filling everyone’s offices and children’s trick-or-treat bags. Snacking on candy all day can get you in trouble. Not only do we tend to celebrate holidays for an entire month, but our judgment can also be clouded from the constant sugar highs. What are some of the important things to think about to help ensure a cavity-free Halloween holiday?

• Try to limit the amount of candy eaten throughout the day, as the first piece is usually the tastiest.
• Make sure to be extra meticulous about your hygiene during these weeks. When your children come home with a pillowcase full of candy, make sure they are not gorging themselves secretly in their beds before going to sleep. This will likely lead to cavities.
• Those with crown and bridge work would be strongly advised to avoid the very sticky caramel-like candies. This type of candy can pull your caps off.

At Van Dyke General and Implant Dentistry, we love to celebrate holidays and eat the occasional treat, just in moderation. And remember: children are not the best judges when it comes to limiting candy for themselves. Our dentists in Gainesville are happy to offer advice to help everyone have a Happy Halloween.