Some parents may think dentists say all Halloween candy is bad for children\'s teeth but U.S. dentists say some sweets are much worse than others. Cynthia Sherwood, a dentist and spokeswoman for the Academy of General Dentistry, said dentists want parents and children to know that there are both good and bad candy options. \"We want to clarify for parents which treats are better for their kids\' teeth and which ones may increase the risk of developing cavities,\" Sherwood said in a statement. \"Chewy/sticky sweets, such as gummy candies, taffy, and even dried fruit are a serious source of tooth decay, particularly when they get stuck in the crevices between teeth, making it nearly impossible for saliva to wash them away,\" Sherwood said in a statement. \"Sour candies are highly acidic and can break down tooth enamel quickly, but saliva slowly helps to restore the natural balance of the acid in the mouth.\" Sherwood recommended people wait 30 minutes to brush their teeth after consuming sour/acidic candies. Brushing too early will spread the acid onto more tooth surfaces and increase the risk of enamel erosion. Candy corn, cookies and cake all contain high amounts of sugar, which can also cause tooth decay, but dark chocolate helps prevent tooth decay by reducing the growth of plaque because the oxalic acid in chocolate appears to lower acid production, Sherwood said. A sugar-free lollipop and hard candy stimulate saliva can help prevent dry mouth. \"A dry mouth allows plaque to build up on teeth faster, leading to an increased risk of cavities,\" Sherwood said.
GMT 14:01 2018 Thursday ,30 August
Expat with rare heart disorder gets life-saving surgeryGMT 00:18 2018 Tuesday ,23 January
Boy with 10-pound tumour on face diesGMT 21:23 2018 Monday ,22 January
All set for first global medical tourism conference in DubaiGMT 22:46 2018 Sunday ,21 January
Second face transplant for FrenchmanGMT 07:51 2018 Saturday ,20 January
Trio aquitted of negligence in Canada railway disasterGMT 10:57 2018 Thursday ,18 January
Breastfeeding for 6 months cuts diabetes risk in half: studyGMT 16:10 2018 Wednesday ,17 January
Child mummy in Italy had hepatitis, not smallpoxGMT 18:36 2018 Tuesday ,16 January
Greece strikes cause transport chaos, healthcare delays

Maintained and developed by Arabs Today Group SAL.
All rights reserved to Arab Today Media Group 2025 ©
Maintained and developed by Arabs Today Group SAL.
All rights reserved to Arab Today Media Group 2025 ©
Send your comments
Your comment as a visitor