Surviving Your First Halloween with Braces
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October 12, 2020
2:50 pm
Orthodontics
Experiencing Halloween with braces for the first time? Your child is probably more scared of missing out on their share of treats and sweets, than any other monster or ghost! 🎃
With braces, however, it is a known fact that there are many food and drink guidelines they have to follow. These restrictions include eliminating hard and sticky candies, and the harmful but tasty toffee treats.
So how can your child enjoy Halloween while still preventing any damage to their teeth or braces? Continue reading for 3 tips and tricks on how to enjoy Halloween without an emergency trip to the orthodontics!
Even though while trick-or-treating, you can't help what your child gets given in their bucket of Halloween goods, you can still keep a supply of brace-friendly candies or treats on hand at home that your child can enjoy worry-free.
Alternatively, what's the harm in baking your own goods?
Don't be mistaken; we're not asking you to start the next Willy Wonka factory, or are we? 🍫 But, it could still be beneficial and a fun activity to bake alternative (braces-friendly) Halloween goods.
Soft, fudgy, and perfect for braces!
A delicious braces-safe treat!
These are also a perfect snack if you are hosting or attending a Halloween party that everyone can enjoy, with braces or not!
… and flossing! Just like every other year, Halloween sweets will most probably be lingering around the house for weeks.
The team here at Smart Smile Orthodontics can't stress how important it is that you are monitoring your child's brushing and flossing.
The extra sugar in your child's diet at this time can lead to excess plaque build-up, which can lead to tooth decay.
As well as establishing candy in moderation, ensure your child is drinking a lot of water. Drinking water allows any sugar in the braces or coating the surface of the teeth to wash away.
Just remember that you are the parent, and you are your child's biggest influence. Halloween does not have to result in detrimental health effects or broken brackets. Take a moment to make it educational to help them learn about moderation and orthodontic care.
🎃 Happy Halloween from the team at Smart Smile Orthodontics! 🎃
Get in touch with our friendly team if you have any questions or concerns regarding your child's braces this Halloween.
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