Halloween is right around the corner, and it is one of the most exciting times for everyone, especially kids. Halloween is a fantastic event for children because it allows them to be creative with their costumes and have a lot of fun with their peers while receiving and eating candy. On the other hand, parents worry about Halloween because they know that if their children overeat candy trick-or-treating, they will acquire cavities. 

This article will discuss a list of candies you should ensure your child avoids over the forthcoming Halloween season to help you manage your anxieties.

Are All Candys Harmful to Children?

Not all candies are harmful. While you may not be able to dissuade your children from enjoying candies, some candies are both safe and beneficial to their dental health. Hard, sugar-free candy falls into this category. These sweets stimulate saliva production, which helps to prevent cavities. 

Chewing gum without sugar, for example, helps shift food out of the crevices between the teeth, which encourages saliva production. It protects against cavities and neutralizes acid in the mouth.

Four Candies Your Child Should Avoid

Dried Fruits: 

Dried fruits are commonly used as alternatives for children’s candies, but they contain the same amount of sugar. Instead, you may provide your children with fresh fruits to keep them healthy and safe.

Sour Candy: 

These very acidic candies can cause enamel wear and expose your child’s tooth to harmful elements, eventually leading to decay and injury.

Hard Candy: 

Hard sweets, such as sour balls and lollipops, are bad for your child’s dental health since they stay in the mouth for long periods and expose the teeth to sugar.

Sticky Candy: 

Because they are sticky, candies like skittles, Twix, and taffies can stay in the mouth for an extended period, making them significantly responsible for tooth disease. They can also cause tooth pain, making dental fillings fall out.

Conclusion

While you may not be able to completely prevent your child from eating candles on Halloween, you may restrict their candy intake by providing healthy options. You can contact us at Bubble Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics for assistance in prescribing healthier alternatives to treats that we believe your child will love. Give us a call at (617) 655-9410 or request an appointment online to schedule a teeth cleaning for your child after Halloween.