{"id":286,"date":"2019-10-22T20:17:37","date_gmt":"2019-10-22T20:17:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/?p=286"},"modified":"2019-10-22T20:17:40","modified_gmt":"2019-10-22T20:17:40","slug":"how-to-enjoy-the-halloween-festivities-without-the-cavities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.flennikendental.com\/blog\/how-to-enjoy-the-halloween-festivities-without-the-cavities\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Enjoy the Halloween Festivities Without the Cavities!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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It\u2019s that time of the year again for creative costumes, trick-or-treating\nand tons of candy. The Halloween fall festival is one of the most anticipated\ntimes of the year for both children and adults. While it\u2019s customary for people\nto eat an abundance of sugary delights at this time, in an effort to prevent<\/a>\ncavities, a local dentist provides tips for candy around Halloween. By taking\nheed to the information you\u2019ll receive, you can protect your smile and oral\nhealth! <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

The Danger of Eating Too Much Candy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There is no denying the deliciousness of a sweet piece of candy.\nWhen it comes to the effects that can arise from it, though, the thoughts aren\u2019t\nso jubilant. The problem, however, technically isn\u2019t the candy; it\u2019s the effect\nit has on your teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside your mouth are countless bacteria, and it just so\nhappens that their food of choice is sugar. Thus, when you eat an abundance,\nthey flock to the area where there is any remaining debris for a feeding\nfrenzy. Then, as the bacteria digest the sugar, they release acids that, if not\naddressed in a timely manner, can begin to eat away at tooth enamel (the hard-outer\nlayer).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Must I Give Up Candy This Halloween?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You don\u2019t have to forego the joys of eating candy, but it\u2019s\nin your best interest to implement a strategy to protect yourself. Here are some\nhelpful tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n