5 Tricks to Scare Away Halloween Tooth Decay
Did you know that Americans plan to spend nearly $2 billion this year on Halloween candy?
That’s great news for retailers … Maybe not so much for our kids’ teeth and cavities that go bump in the night.
So, as the countdown to candy begins, here are five tips to help prevent cavities in kids, along with a dental savings plan giveaway from DentalPlans.com to save money at the dentist:
- Yum, Yum, Gimme Gum – Chewing sugarless gum is a great way to help children prevent cavities during Halloween. Gum helps increase your saliva, which helps protect teeth.
- Carve Out Time – Many dentists say it’s not about the amount of candy, but the frequency of consumption that can increase the risk of tooth decay. Set up a time for your kids to eat candy during Halloween. It’s better to enjoy a few pieces in one sitting, than a bunch of candy over several hours.
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- Trick-or-Treat, Brush Your Teeth – Good oral hygiene during Halloween is key to preventing cavities in kids. Brushing, flossing and rinsing with mouthwash can scare away potential tooth decay. And, there’s nothing wrong with your kids brushing their teeth three times a day, especially if they’ve eaten a lot of candy.
- I Vant to Drink Your Water – After your kids eat candy, give them a glass of water to drink and swish around their mouth. This will help remove some of the sugar that candy can leave behind on teeth.
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No kids, and my cats only go for cat treats, so no sugar cavities!
We use little counting games to ge the kids to brush – and fun toothbrushes & paste
I’ve never had an issue with my children brushing their teeth so I don’t have any tricks
I like the cute toothbrushes and the toothpaste for kids they have out now.
My best trick is letting my son use a battery operated toothbrush! He loves those things!
I guess that I’m lucky. I have never had any trouble getting my kids to brush their teeth.
We tell the kids that there are sugar bugs that go away if you brush your teeth. Thanks!
My kids always brush their teeth when they are told
Get the kids toothpaste they love!
My child always brushes his teeth after I remind him to do that.