29 October 2010

Halloween traditions have been found to increase the risk of damaging childrens teeth, new research shows.

Halloween traditions have been found to increase the risk of damaging childrens teeth, new research shows.

Halloween traditions have been found to increase the risk of damaging children's teeth, new research shows.

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The British Dental Health Foundation is urging parents to be aware of the risks of eating sugary foods all in one go and advising them to ensure their children spread out the treats over a few hours.

The Foundation explains each time a sugary food or drink is consumed the sugar reacts with the bacteria in the plaque on the teeth producing harmful acids.

The acids then dissolve the protective enamel which after many attacks leads to a cavity which will eventually require a filling or extraction.

"It's Ok to have the odd sugary treat on a special occasion as long as children keep up their regular dental health routine," said Dr Nigel Carter, The British Dental Health Foundation's chief executive.

"We want children to enjoy themselves at Halloween.

"The trick is to find a middle ground - not to gorge on sweets for hours."

Dr Carter also urged parents to ensure their children have a healthy balanced diet with five portions of fruit and vegetables included, combined with a good dental routine.

While it is important to monitor how often sugar is consumed, concerning dental care, parents should limit the amount of sugar their children eat.

The Foundation advises parents to limit their children's sugar intake to three meals a day with two snacks in-between and sweet treats should be limited to mealtimes as extra saliva is produced at meal times which help to rinse away extra sugars and bacteria.

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