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Halloween certainly involves eerie shocks, terrible terrors, and other spooky stuff. These can range from scary costumes and decorations to “haunted house” attractions and the like. Still, you wouldn’t want a dental emergency to be among the holiday frights; it’d just ruin your fun. The good news is that your Love Field dentist is here to help you prevent one<\/a>. With that said, here are some ways to avoid dental emergencies on Halloween this year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Eat Sweets in Moderation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As tempted as you may be, don\u2019t binge on sweets and treats during Halloween. Having them in moderation makes urgent oral issues less likely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t forget that most candies are jam-packed with sugar. This simple carb is a big cause of tooth decay, as it attracts bacteria that rot your enamel. Eating Halloween sweets all day could thus cause painful cavities, disrupting your spooky celebration. Thankfully, you can avoid that by only having candy in small amounts at meal times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beware of Very Hard Candies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Aside from moderation, you should also consider the types of Halloween candy you have. Being cautious of tough kinds would keep your smile safer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It comes down to hard candies\u2019 unique texture. If you bite a lollipop, jawbreaker, or something similar too forcefully, you could easily chip or crack some teeth. Such injuries result in tooth sensitivity, forcing you to see a dentist for help. To ensure that doesn\u2019t happen, make sure you only suck or savor your hard candies; don\u2019t bite down on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t Forget to Brush & Floss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You mustn\u2019t neglect oral care due to excitement for Halloween. Unless you want awful oral issues that day, you\u2019ll need to brush and floss properly on the 31st.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indeed, you should brush twice and floss (at least) once during All Hallows\u2019 Eve. By brushing your teeth in the morning and evening, you\u2019ll keep holiday sugar from causing cavities and tooth infections. Similarly, flossing will remove harmful plaque and debris that your toothbrush could miss. Combining both practices would thus reduce your risk of a Halloween dental emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

See a Dentist Before Halloween<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have the time, see your dentist before Halloween. Doing so can prevent a dental emergency from occurring on the holiday itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental checkups are the best form of preventive oral care available. When you get one, your dentist can diagnose and treat oral issues before they become harsh emergencies. That means a pre-Halloween dental checkup is great for you; it strengthens your smile so it can handle trick-or-treating without any problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The tips above are only a few ways to avoid dental emergencies on Halloween. For other \u201ctricks,\u201d please talk to your dental provider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Bear Creek Family Dentistry<\/a> is based in several North Texas cities, including Dallas, Arlington, Fort Worth, Mesquite, and more. Under Dr. Bob E. Tafel’s leadership, each location provides far-reaching oral care that families can trust. You can rest assured that our team will address your smile’s needs, whether they’re preventive, cosmetic, or even restorative. For more details or to book a visit, please contact us on our website<\/a> or by phone at <\/em>(972)- 885-3736<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Halloween certainly involves eerie shocks, terrible terrors, and other spooky stuff. These can range from scary costumes and decorations to “haunted house” attractions and the like. Still, you wouldn’t want a dental emergency to be among the holiday frights; it’d just ruin your fun. The good news is that your Love Field dentist is here […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nNo Toothy Terrors: How to Avoid Dental Emergencies on Halloween - Bear Creek Family Dentistry<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If you want to avoid dental emergencies on Halloween, you should take specific precautions. 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