Halloween Candies 101: How to Protect Your Teeth

Are you looking forward to eating candy this Halloween? If so, you are not alone. However, let’s also keep in mind that your oral health needs to be taken into account. Here is some “sweet” advice to consider:

  • Chewy or gummy candies can become easily lodge traces of stickiness between your teeth.
  • Healthier alternatives include sugar-free gum, nuts and dark chocolate.
  • Nuts within candy may help to scrape away sticky substances between your teeth.

“Always remember to drink water to help buffer your teeth from sugar, and keep your regular appointments with your dentist for a healthy smile.”

Check out which Halloween candies are unhealthy:

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/halloween-candy-can-some-be-better-for-your-smile-than-others/

Dr Siddharth Wandrekar - Practice principal (GDC No. 170074)

BDS – India 2004, MSc Prosthetic Dentistry 2007 (London), MJDF Royal College of Surgeons England

Sidd has been with Brunel Dental Practice since 2011 and took over the practice in September 2016 after the previous principal retired.

Sidd qualified in 2004 from one of the prestigious Universities in India. He came to the UK and meritoriously obtained a Masters in Prosthetic Dentistry from King’s College, London. He then spent a year in a hospital environment being involved in major surgeries such as head and neck cancer, correction of jaw fractures and complex surgical removal of teeth. He moved to work as an Associate in Private and NHS practices in Scotland before joining Brunel Dental Practice.

Sidd enjoys dentistry because he can help everyone to achieve good dental health and overall well-being in a caring and comfortable environment.

He is married with two boys who keep him on his toes. He loves playing tennis and represents the local club in the regional Leagues. He loves to travel and visit offbeat places. He also has a keen interest in current affairs.

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