Cincinnati dentist Dr. Larry Hagen is putting a new spin on a classic dental ploy. As many dental practitioners do this time of year, he’s offering to buy back kids’ Halloween candy for a dollar a pound. However, he’s not just doing it to get the sugary treats out of the hands of children!
The doctor plans to send his candy collection to American troops stationed in Iraq. It’s an idea that occurred to him as he packaged up sweets to send to his stepson, now in his second tour of duty. As Dr. Hagen points out, troops overseas have more to worry about than cavities. If his candy donations bring them some small joy, then bless the doctor for having done his part.