Cash for Candy

Dr. Elchahal is redefining the phrase “put your money where your mouth is.” This Halloween, trick-or-treaters can bring their excess candy to Dr. Elchahal’s offices in Johns Creek, Hamilton Mill and Cumming during the week of November 1st through 3rd and receive cash back per pound or points on your Smile Rewards Card. Dr. Elchahal is leading this anti-decay movement by giving away dollars in exchange for cavity-provoking candy.

“Ditch the candy, that’s what we’re saying. Visiting your dentist twice a year and brushing daily are great preventative measures, but doing away with excess sweets altogether would really give your teeth a healthy boost” says Dr. Alec Elchahal. “Kids can still have all the fun of trick-or-treating, and their piggy banks will benefit as well.”

Global sugar consumption for kids increases by about 2% annually and currently sits at 50 million tons per year, which means parents need to be sure their kids teeth are being cared for more than ever. Candy, as well as hurting children’s teeth, can lead to hyperactivity and weight gain. In some cases, the wrong types of candy can also lead to broken teeth and damaged braces. Candy will be collected at Dr. Elchahal’s office the week after Halloween on November 1st at the Johns Creek office and on November 2nd at the Hamilton Mill and Cumming offices between the hours of 8am-5pm. The candy must be unopened. Please no bites. It will then be shipped to a local charity. Dr. Elchahal and team are available for more information on their website.