A great night for your children on Halloween could turn out to be a nightmarish experience for the teeth. Sweet servings such as chocolates and other snacks present problems for tooth decay.
Key takeaways:
- Have alkaline foods such as milk and cheese on Halloween night to help neutralize the buildup of acid in the mouth.
- Parents should stop their children from eating sweets and chocolates at least one hour before bedtime on Halloween.
- Children should be supervised when brushing their teeth before they finally retire for bed on Halloween.
It is not the amount of sweets consumed that cause tooth decay – it is how often they are eaten. Sugar causes the bacteria in plaque to produce acids. It is these acids which attack children’s tooth enamel and cause tooth decay.
Read the full story here
http://www.dentistry.co.uk/2011/10/27/oral-facts-and-tips-healthier-halloween/
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