Happy Halloween!

 

 

Did you know that Halloween is the biggest candy-selling day?  To our Safari parents: We know many kids love candy, especially after a fun day of trick-or-treating. 

Here are some examples of teeth friendly candy habits:
-xylitol chewing gums
-candy consumed after a full meal
-non sticky candy - try little M&M's instead of the chocolate caramels
-brush your child's teeth with fluoridated toothpaste

Some examples of non teeth friendly candy habits:
-chewy candy like gummy bears that promote snacking throughout the day
-hard candy or lollipops that promote sugar staying in the mouth for a long period of time

If you would like a more detailed explanation or more tips, please feel free to call Safari Children's Dentist and we would be more than happy to provide creative ideas to customize your child's personal needs.  We are serious about preventing dental cavities for your child!  Happy teeth equals happy child!

For the original article link: http://www.hccmis.com/blog/sugar-and-health-facts-sweet-tooth-infographic-part-3/