{"id":385,"date":"2023-10-05T20:09:00","date_gmt":"2023-10-05T20:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.treehousedentalpartners.com\/blog\/?p=385"},"modified":"2023-11-05T20:12:03","modified_gmt":"2023-11-05T20:12:03","slug":"best-orthodontic-friendly-halloween-candy-for-your-child","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.treehousedentalpartners.com\/blog\/2023\/10\/05\/best-orthodontic-friendly-halloween-candy-for-your-child\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best &amp; Worst Halloween Candy for Braces"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-386 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.treehousedentalpartners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/halloween3-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Two children in skeleton costumes looking in candy buckets\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.treehousedentalpartners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/halloween3-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.treehousedentalpartners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/halloween3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.treehousedentalpartners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/halloween3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.treehousedentalpartners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/halloween3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.treehousedentalpartners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/halloween3.jpg 1566w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>Braces come with a list of do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts to ensure there aren&#8217;t any complications with your child&#8217;s treatment plan, like not chewing gum. With Halloween right around the corner, your little one won&#8217;t have to miss out on the festivities; however, their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treehousedentalpartners.com\/for-patients.html\">orthodontist<\/a> has a few words of caution when choosing candy.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Halloween Candy to Avoid with Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your child&#8217;s orthodontist recommends avoiding sugars and starches when wearing braces to prevent cavities. Sneaking a few pieces of candy on Halloween can add delays to their treatment if you aren&#8217;t careful. Here is the worst candy for your child to eat if they have braces:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hard Candy:<\/strong> Sucking on hard candy bathes their teeth in cavity-causing residue because they must hold it in their mouth for several minutes for it to dissolve. Crunching it isn&#8217;t any better. Not only can it break a wire or bracket, but it can fracture a tooth. The last place you want your little one to spend Halloween is at an emergency dentist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sticky Candy:<\/strong> Sticky candy, like taffy and caramel, is difficult to clean from teeth, even without braces. However, eating sticky candy with brackets and wires can be a recipe for disaster because they can be almost impossible to remove.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sour Candy: <\/strong>Sour candy is loaded with sugar, which makes it very acidic. It is often sticky and can cling to their braces.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nuts: <\/strong>Candy bars containing nuts can get stuck in their teeth and between wires and brackets. They can also damage their braces.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best Halloween Candy for Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your child can&#8217;t resist a sweet treat, it&#8217;s best to eat chocolate. It is easy to chew and dissolves quickly, so it is less likely to linger in their mouth. It&#8217;s also softer, so it&#8217;s less damaging to their braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Halloween Tips for a Cavity-Free Smile<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can promote a cavity-free smile and ensure there aren&#8217;t any complications while your little one is on their orthodontic journey by following a few tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Limit Sugar Consumption:<\/strong> Moderate their sugar intake to reduce cavity-causing bacteria. If they have a few pieces of candy, cut back on sugary foods and drinks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eat Candy with a Meal:<\/strong> Have your child eat their candy with a meal because chewing increases saliva production. This will help cleanse their mouth to ensure there isn&#8217;t any sugary residue left behind.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brush and Floss:<\/strong> Your child must brush their teeth at least twice a day. It&#8217;s best to brush after having candy, and make sure they don&#8217;t forget to floss. Halloween isn&#8217;t a time to cut corners with oral hygiene, even after a long night of trick-or-treating.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s okay for your trick-or-treater to have a piece or two of candy to celebrate Halloween, but don&#8217;t make it a habit. You don&#8217;t want any bad news the next time they see their orthodontist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Jing Guo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.treehousedentalpartners.com\/meet-dr-guo.html\">Dr. Guo<\/a> achieved her dental degree from Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine and continued her education at the University of Detroit Mercy to earn her certificate in orthodontics. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.treehousedentalpartners.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">Request an appointment<\/a> through her website or call (413) 339-3078.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Braces come with a list of do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts to ensure there aren&#8217;t any complications with your child&#8217;s treatment plan, like not chewing gum. 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