October is always a favorite month amongst the children. Who doesn’t love getting unlimited amounts of candy? With Halloween right around the corner, we know that trick or treating means lots and lots of candy. While candy is a yummy treat, it has negative effects on the teeth for both children and adults. Our dentists here at Longbranch Dental Center in Greenville want to bring it to your attention that while candy is delicious, it can eat away at the enamel of your teeth and cause cavities. We dont discourage candy eating but want to ensure it is kept at a minimum and you follow our tips and tricks below!

The stickier the candy (caramel, taffy, etc), the longer they stay on the teeth causing decay.

Chewing sugar-free gum after meals can help reduce tooth decay

Avoid biting into hard candy- this can break off your tooth!

Try to eat candy with meals and drink water afterwards

Don’t brush immediately after eating candy since that can remove the softened tooth enamel. Wait at least 30 minutes

Better options are chocolate bars, chocolate-covered items, small hard candies, and licorice

Our staff at Longbranch Dental Center located in Greenville, TX hopes these tips ensure you have a fun Halloween while also taking care of your teeth! If you are due for your 6-month checkup call our office today at 903-231-1006