Are you a dental-conscious Halloween candy shopper like us? If you said yes, then we have the article for you. Our team at Woodland Family Dental knows that people eat candy (especially on Halloween) and we definitely aren’t that dentist that gives our toothbrushes for Halloween instead of candy. However, we want to help by providing a list of the three best types of candy that are the least detrimental to one’s teeth. We also wanted to include some tips on how to mitigate Our team came together and created a list of the top three best Halloween candies for trick-or-treaters.
Chocolate
First on our list is chocolate. In technical terms, chocolate contains flavonoids and polyphenols, compounds that limit oral bacteria, fight bad breath, and slow tooth decay. Dark chocolate has more of these compounds and their benefits are less offset by sugar than in sweeter milk chocolate. Overall chocolate is one of the best options for your teeth and offers a lot less sugar than other candy alternatives.
Sugar-Free Candy
One of the main reasons candy is hard on the teeth is because of its high sugar content. If you take that away you end up with a lower chance of getting cavities than the traditional stuff. We still recommend mitigating your intake as much as possible, but many dentists regard sugar-free candy as the second-best Halloween candy for your teeth
Candy Bars with Nuts
If you have read our previous blogs you would have learned that nuts are great for cleaning your teeth and are a fantastic snack. Now, if you combine that with the benefits of chocolate you would get a fantastic sweet treat that isn’t as bad for your teeth as other options.
What to do after eating candy:
One of the most recommend items to do is to Drink water after enjoying some candy. It will help rinse out the sugar sticking to your teeth. We also recommend you Wait half an hour after eating candy, then brush your teeth! Good brushing and flossing habits are essential to protecting your teeth from the effects of sugary candy.
Who is Woodland Family Dental?
Woodland Family Dental is one of Duluth, Minnesota’s top family dental offices. with over 75 five-star reviews on Google and Facebook, our team makes it our mission to provide the best dentistry for anyone that needs it. Our experienced team of dentists offers a wide array of dental services including general cleanings, cosmetic dentistry, and dental implants. Woodland Family Dental is here to help you with your dental needs. Not to mention our great location on Miller Trunk Highway right next to the mall in Duluth, Minnesota. Woodland Family Dental cares about helping our patients and accepts almost all insurance. Set up an appointment today and see why so many families love us. Additionally, don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay up to date, get more tips, and learn about what our team is up to.
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