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It’s that time again when our grocery aisles are taken over by ghoulish and ghostly goodies. From mini candy bars to oh-so-good sugary treats, the zombie and skeleton wrapping can only mean one thing — Halloween season is here. This also means another holiday that floods kids with candy is upon us. But just because it’s a well-known fact that your pediatric dentist in Reynoldsburg really doesn’t like candy, we’re not here to ruin the fun. Instead, we want to help you by talking about the best, and the worst, candy for your kid’s pearly whites.
Just because your pediatric dentist has a fear of the sugar bug doesn’t mean we don’t still love to satisfy our sweet tooth, just like you. We just try to limit the candy that’s not so good for teeth and focus more on the ones that aren’t so bad including:
The worst candies for smiles all have similar qualities. They’re loaded with sugar, they take time to eat, and they can cause enamel erosion or other dental damage. Try your best to avoid these treats, or enjoy them in moderation:
We know it’s unrealistic to ask your child to never eat any of the candy in “The Worst” category, especially during Halloween. And that’s ok. But if he does indulge a bit, follow these tips to reduce the risk of decay or other dental problems:
Another way you can keep your kid’s pearly whites healthy and cavity-free is to maintain regular appointments with your Reynoldsburg pediatric dentist.
From all of us to you and yours, Happy Halloween!
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