While children are on vacation, it’s common to see them munching on sweets that they wouldn’t normally eat throughout the day. While a piece of candy here and there can be nice, having too much too often can be detrimental to your oral health. There are two kinds of candies that are the worst for teeth and gums: those that are very chewy and sticky and those that are hard and must be constantly sucked on. The first type lodges in between teeth and other difficult to reach areas and can be very hard to remove with just a toothbrush. Because these candies stick so well to teeth, it allows tons of destructive bacteria to eat the tooth enamel in a very concentrated area. Harder candies are left in the mouth for a long time, subjecting teeth to a constant stream of sugar without a break. This means that bacteria is allowed to build up without the mouth having a chance to battle it naturally.
Fresh fruits and veggies are the healthiest alternative to any candies as they hold a fraction of the amount of sugar and can actually help to clean the mouth. Try freezing grapes for a fun fruit alternative that can battle sugar cravings in an instant.
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