Halloween Candy
While the tradition of your child dressing up on Halloween night can be fun and a great memory, the candy they eat can create long lasting damage. " In order to protect your child from tooth decay you should limit the amount of sugar they eat and how long it stays on their teeth," suggests pediatric dentist Dr. Cameron Fuller . Bacteria turns into acid and the acid then attacks tooth enamel on the teeth. Soon after candy is consumed provide an opportunity to brush and floss in order to wash away the substances stuck on their teeth. While millions of children run around the neighborhood gathering as much candy as they can, you as the parent can help develop healthy habits by having them brush and floss right after they consume any candy. "You can also limit the amount of overall sugar they eat on Halloween night and each day after," Dr. Fuller. Certain types of candy are worse for teeth than others. For example, avoid ...