What's scarier than a ghostly, dark Halloween night? A mouth full of ghoulish teeth after a bacchanal of sweets, followed by a frightening visit to the dentist.
The process of decay peaks within 20 minutes of eating a sugary snack and the results linger for hours afterwards, dentists say.
So what's your "best bet" on Halloween? There's pretty much only one item on the list: Chocolate. It washes off teeth easier than other types of candy. Chocolate also has oils that decrease the activity of the bacteria that cause decay. Darker chocolate is better because there's less sugar in it.
Follow the link to see which candies to avoid and how to minimize damage to your teeth on Halloween night. |
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