{"id":705,"date":"2022-10-13T20:21:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-13T20:21:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tillmansmiles.com\/blog\/?p=705"},"modified":"2022-11-13T20:21:46","modified_gmt":"2022-11-13T20:21:46","slug":"4-tips-safeguard-smile-halloween-candy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tillmansmiles.com\/blog\/2022\/10\/13\/4-tips-safeguard-smile-halloween-candy\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Tips to Combat Your Halloween Sweet Tooth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-707\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tillmansmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/halloween-2-300x209.jpg\" alt=\"Woman with carved pumpkin\" width=\"300\" height=\"209\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tillmansmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/halloween-2-300x209.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.tillmansmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/halloween-2-1024x712.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.tillmansmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/halloween-2-768x534.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.tillmansmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/halloween-2-1536x1068.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.tillmansmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/halloween-2-2048x1424.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>People of all ages get excited about Halloween. Besides scary movies, creative costumes, and spooky decorations, who doesn\u2019t love a night of overindulging in their favorite Halloween candy? With so many tasty treats, it can be impossible to ignore your sweet tooth, but a night of trick or treating doesn\u2019t have to come back to haunt your smile. Here are 4 tips to keep tooth decay at bay.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Choose Candy Wisely<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all candy is equal in the eyes of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tillmansmiles.com\/family-dentistry.html\">family dentist<\/a>. Some kinds are worse for your smile than others. It\u2019s best to choose the least damaging based on how they rank on their risk to your dental health. Here\u2019s what you need to know to choose the safest sweet treat for your smile:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Hard Candy:<\/strong> Hard candy can harm your teeth in many ways. Chewing it can lead to a fractured tooth that can land you in the dental chair. You must also hold the candy in your mouth for a prolonged time for it to dissolve. This bathes and coats your teeth in cavity-causing sugars.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Sour Candy:<\/strong> Sour candy is very acidic and contains a lot of sugar for bacteria to feed on.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Sticky or Gummy Candy:<\/strong> Sticky candy clings to your teeth, which can be difficult to remove from the molars and other small spaces in your mouth. Bacteria will have more time to attack the enamel.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Chocolate:<\/strong> Chocolate is a favorite among dentists because it\u2019s less harmful to your smile. It rinses off of your teeth easier than other kinds of candy. As a rule of thumb, the darker the chocolate, the better it is for your smile.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Timing and Quantity are Everything<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it can be difficult, it\u2019s best to limit how much candy you eat. Instead of having a few pieces throughout the day, eat them with a meal. Chewing increases saliva production, which helps cleanse your mouth in between brushing and flossing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Step Up Your Oral Hygiene Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth in the morning and night, but if you\u2019re eating more sweets than usual, it\u2019s best to brush after every meal. Clean all surfaces of your teeth for at least 2 minutes. Don\u2019t forget to floss before heading to bed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Drink More Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Water keeps you hydrated, but it\u2019s also vital for a healthy smile. It keeps your mouth moist to combat harmful oral bacteria. It also rinses your mouth every time you take a sip. If you can\u2019t ignore your sweet tooth, be sure to drink a glass of water, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After Halloween comes to an end, commit to following these tips throughout the holiday season to maintain a cavity-free smile.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. David Tillman<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tillmansmiles.com\/meet-dr-tillman.html\">Dr. Tillman<\/a> achieved his dental degree from the University of Texas Dental Branch and has completed extensive continuing education in advanced services, like orthodontics and dental implants. If it\u2019s time for your next cleaning and checkup, choose an award-winning dentist. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tillmansmiles.com\/contact-us.html\">Contact our office<\/a> today to request an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>People of all ages get excited about Halloween. 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