Trick or treat?

This is particularly concerning at this time of year, as their teeth will not be protected from the Halloween treats they inevitably collect.

Halloween traditionally sees children parade around the neighbourhood in fancy dress, collecting sweet treats as they go. What seems like harmless fun could be risking your child’s health in the long run.

Of course, parents don’t want their little ones to miss out. Many will stand by and do their best to regulate how much sugar their child consumes. It’s common for homes to offer ‘snack-sized’ varieties of sweets for trick or treaters that visit. You may think that the smaller variations of sweets are healthier, but some of the most popular treats could be the worst for your child’s teeth.

You can’t always stop your children from indulging in their favourite sweets, especially when they get them for free on Halloween. However, you can do your best to protect their teeth by brushing every day.