We can all agree that candy is delicious! However, not eating it in moderation or practicing unhealthy oral care habits can put your teeth at an increased risk for cavities or other infections. Yes, candy comes in shapes and sizes that can be a treat for everyone, every now and then, but it’s important to monitor candy and sugar intake—especially during Halloween and the holidays.
Candy is made of processed sugars that are generally bad for your teeth and overall health. They can raise your blood sugar level if consumed in large quantities. In children it can even interfere with growth and bone strength. With this in mind, it is understandable that parents be worried about sugar intake on Halloween. However, we simply recommend monitoring candy consumption on this day and leading up the holidays while practicing strict, healthy oral care habits. Prohibiting the candy will only make your child want it more.
Candy pieces can become trapped between teeth while eating. If the pieces stay for too long, bacteria can begin to multiply which starts building plaque and tartar which can eventually lead to
tooth decay or gum disease. We highly recommend brushing right after eating candy, if possible. If not, we recommend drinking a glass of water to help wash away any remaining particles.
Call our office for more information on caring for your teeth on Halloween or to
schedule your next visit to
our office. Remember, seeing a dentist every 6 months in addition to brushing and flossing ensures exceptional oral health!
Prestige Dental
Vasag Bouzoghlanian, DDS
1060 E. Green St, Suite 203. Pasadena, CA 91106
Phone: (626) 577-2017
Fax: (626) 577-2003
http://prestigedentalpasadena.com
Our Pasadena dentist, Dr. Bouzoghlanian, specializes in
cosmetic procedures like porcelain veneers. Veneers are used to improve and restore your smile in a
natural-looking way, as our dentist will create the veneers to match the general shape and color of
neighboring teeth. 
Wisdom tooth removal has become a common practice in dentistry nowadays. Many wisdom teeth are removed even before they erupt. Some patients that have had them removed have never even felt any pain from them. So why have them removed? This is a tricky question.
The holidays are here! While this can be such a great time of year that is filled with celebrations, friends, family and food, the holidays can often take a toll on your teeth. Considering that many of us travel, have extra-long nights or simply forget to tend to our oral care needs, many patients will visit our Pasadena office in the New Year to get their dental needs back on track. Even though we do love seeing you at our dental office, we have a few food choices you should avoid this holiday season in order to ensure that your smile stays healthy and bright, well into the New Year:
This Thanksgiving, we want to extend our special gratitude to our patients for their trust and confidence in our practice. Thank you for your loyalty‼! At Prestige Dental, we strive to elevate the standard in dental care by providing top quality service, customized treatment, and modern technology in a comfortable setting. We want to show our appreciation by providing some great tips that will help you take care of your teeth during this holiday season.
