{"id":143,"date":"2019-10-09T15:16:09","date_gmt":"2019-10-09T15:16:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/?p=143"},"modified":"2019-10-31T15:19:13","modified_gmt":"2019-10-31T15:19:13","slug":"dentist-how-to-protect-your-childs-teeth-during-halloween","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/dentist-how-to-protect-your-childs-teeth-during-halloween\/","title":{"rendered":"Learn How to Protect and Care for Your Child\u2019s Teeth During Halloween"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_288860499__1572529317_80318.jpg\" alt=\"Halloween candy \" class=\"wp-image-144\" width=\"285\" height=\"190\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_288860499__1572529317_80318.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_288860499__1572529317_80318-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_288860499__1572529317_80318-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 285px) 100vw, 285px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Halloween is a time for dressing up and scaring your\nfriends and family, but it also kicks off a season of extreme sugar consumption.\nWhile enjoying a few sweet treats in moderation is fine, you must remember that\nit doesn\u2019t take much to start the process of developing tooth decay. In order\nto prevent this from happening to your child, your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/checkups-cleanings.html\">dentist<\/a>\nshares ways to protect their teeth during this spooky and exciting holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Take Care of Your Child\u2019s Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With so many monsters out on Halloween night, you want to\nmake sure those that can harm your child\u2019s teeth and gums don\u2019t make an\nappearance. In order to keep tooth decay away, try following some of these\ntips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Allow your child to have chocolate more than\nsticky candies. The reason is that gummy, sticky treats can stay on the teeth\nlonger, increasing the risk of tooth decay.<\/li><li>Moderation is key. Don\u2019t let your child eat\ncandy every day. Offer it as a special treat. <\/li><li>After eating a piece of candy, make sure they\nbrush their teeth thoroughly, especially before they go to bed. <\/li><li>Look for healthy candy alternatives to give out\nsuch as popcorn, granola bars, cheese sticks<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Regular Dental Checkups and Cleanings Are Important<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The holidays are the ideal time to schedule your child\u2019s\nregular dental appointment. Why? Because your children\u2019s dentist can\neffectively remove any plaque and tartar build up before it becomes a serious\nproblem. With so much sugar being consumed, it\u2019s best to allow your child\u2019s\ndentist the opportunity to perform an examination and make sure no current\nproblems exist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s also a great way to protect their teeth even further\nagainst tooth decay by having the dentist place dental sealants on your child\u2019s\nback teeth, in addition to receiving fluoride treatments to strengthen tooth\nenamel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Should your little one experience a toothache as a result of\ndecay, make sure to call the dentist\u2019s office as soon as possible. The staff\ncan survey the situation based on your provided information and walk you\nthrough the steps you need to take until you can see a dental professional. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t let this sugar-filled time of year cause you to be\nfrightened. Embrace the fun that Halloween offers but be mindful of how much\nyour child is eating. By taking a few additional steps to protect their teeth\nfrom tooth decay, you\u2019ll both be able to enjoy a few sweet treats this holiday\nseason.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author <\/strong><br>Dr. Brandon White earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from North Carolina State University before going on to pursue a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the Medical College of Virginia. He and Dr. Julia White are a husband-and-wife team who offer top-notch dental care to residents in Goode and surrounding communities. From children to adults, they can take care of all your family\u2019s dental needs, ensuring a comfortable and positive experience every time. To learn more about the White\u2019s and the services offered, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(540) 587-5707<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Halloween is a time for dressing up and scaring your friends and family, but it also kicks off a season of extreme sugar consumption. While enjoying a few sweet treats in moderation is fine, you must remember that it doesn\u2019t take much to start the process of developing tooth decay. 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