In this month of sticky caramel apples, gummy candies and hard, chewy candy bars, Carter & Higgins Orthodontics is happy to celebrate National Orthodontic Health Month! What a good reminder to take care of your teeth while enjoying all the best treats of the season!
For those with braces, it’s important to clean carefully between all brackets and wires, as the sugar from Halloween candy can stick around and create a breeding ground for tooth decay. Your dental hygiene becomes even more important when your intake of sugary foods increases.
There are so many ways to celebrate National Orthodontic Health Month and Halloween together! For younger kids, add Halloween stickers to this season’s toothbrushing chart and print out Halloween coloring pages from the American Association of Orthodontists. For your trick-or-treaters, think about handing out braces-friendly candy like soft, nut-free candies, peppermint patties and peanut butter cups. As always, keep brushing and flossing!
