Easter

6 Ways to Protect Your Children’s Teeth This Easter. “It’s common knowledge that sugar is one of the main causes of tooth decay, and unfortunately Easter eggs are full of it! However, there are effective steps you can take to help protect your child’s teeth this Easter,” says Dr Jennifer Collins, Lead General Dentist at Northumberland Dental Care. Before we all get stuck into our chocolate eggs over the Easter break, here are six ways you can protect your child’s teeth this Easter…   Save treats for after meals “It’s not just the amount of chocolate and sweets we eat this Easter. The frequency and timing of consumption is also important when it comes to protecting our teeth,” says Dr Jennifer Collins. Instead of grazing on Easter eggs throughout the day, enjoy some chocolate as dessert straight after a meal. Saliva production increases during meals, which helps to rinse away sugary food particles and can reduce the risk of cavities.