06/04/2026
JUNE IS NATIONAL CANDY MONTH!
What does candy have to do with oral surgery?
Cavity-causing bacteria thrives on sugar. So any time you’re enjoying a sweet treat those destructive microbes are loving it too. Don’t forget to brush your teeth after eating sugar! This will prevent the bacteria from benefiting from your sweet tooth, Additionally, chewy candies like caramel and taffy stick to the teeth. It’s hard for saliva to wash this candy away, so that sugar is pressed into place against the teeth longer, feeding those bacteria.
Hard candies are even worse for teeth because people tend to hold them in their mouths for a longer period of time. This keeps the sugar levels high, again encouraging decay. Hard candies can also cause teeth to break or get chipped when taking a bite.
Acidic candies, like sour gummies, are also very bad for your teeth because the acid damages your enamel.
Can You Have Any Candy After Oral Surgery?
It’s important to be very strict about what kinds of foods you eat after oral surgery. Sticky candies require a lot of pressure to chew, so you should stay away from those too. We recommend avoiding candy that is too acidic, which can irritate tissues.
While it’s okay to have a sweet treat every now and then, make sure that you are mindful of your dental hygiene after eating surgery to prevent cavities and decay.
Decay can lead to needing a tooth extraction- which is a common oral surgery procedure.
If you think your teeth may have suffered from having a sweet tooth, make sure to schedule a cleaning with your general dentist.
Worried that you might need a tooth extracted? Feel free to give us a call for consultation!
