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If you are looking for a kids’ Halloween costume, vampire teeth for kids make a great one. They are simple and easy to put together. Plus, they can be scary too! And isn’t that what Halloween is all about? Whether your children are heading to a theme party at night or simply going door-to-door for trick-or-treating, vampire teeth can serve the purpose.
You can also DIY a cape to give your kid the whole package look. Besides, adding some “scary” elements to the costume like fake blood can make your kid stand out among other regular Halloween outfits. So, here are the instructions to make some epic and spooky vampire teeth at home.
How Can You Make Vampire Teeth At Home For Your Kid?
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Here are two different ways that will help you make a set of kids’ white or pale vampire teeth, right at home:
1. Using white friendly plastic
You Will Need:
- White friendly plastic
- Cup
- Spoon
- Hot water
How To:
- Take a little of the white friendly plastic and put it in the cup.
- Now pour the hot water into the cup so that the friendly plastic starts to melt.
- Wait till the plastic melts completely. Once you are sure that it has melted, and there are no lumps left, check to see the color of the plastic. On melting properly, the white friendly plastic will turn completely clear.
- Now use the spoon and take the friendly plastic out of the water. Use the spoon again to divide the plastic into two parts.
- Using the spoon, turn one of the plastic parts into the shape of a teardrop.
- Apply some pressure on the wider part of the teardrop and put it over your kid’s canine teeth. Make sure you apply pressure in such a way that it kind of sticks to your kid’s canine teeth, but not so much pressure that it will crack or break.
- Keep putting the pressure till the fang gets attached to your kid’s canine tooth without you having to hold it in place.
- Now ask your kid to bite down lightly to check whether or not they will be able to close their mouth while the fangs are still in the mouth.
- After a few minutes, the vampire fangs will start to get harder and will stay in place better.
- Repeat the process to make the other fang that you will place on your kid’s other canine teeth. If you feel that the part of the clear plastic that you left out of the cup has turned hard, place it back in the cup. Add some more hot water over it and wait till it melts again completely.
- Once it has melted, repeat the steps that you did with the other part of the plastic to create the fangs. Your perfect vampire fangs for kids are ready. They’ll make your little vampire look as if he has risen straight from his coffin.
A content creator with the name Aurora Kittty uses a different form of plastic to make vampire teeth. She says, “I use polypropylene pellets. I melt them using hot water, knead the melted pellets, and then put the non-toxic material over my tooth to give it a vampire tooth shape. Once it has cooled off completely, I take it off and trim it (i).”
Quick tip2. Using an empty plastic bottle
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You Will Need:
- An empty plastic bottle
- A pen
- A pair of scissors
- An emery board
How To:
- Make sure that the bottle is completely clean before you start using it to make the plastic vampire teeth for kids.
- Use the pen and draw a wide rectangle shape on the part of the bottle that is a little curved. The best type of bottle to do this craft will be a cola bottle.
- The set of vampire teeth that you will make for your kid using these steps will kind of stretch from either side of your kid’s canine teeth. It will also cover the area over and above your kid’s two front teeth.
- Now draw out two vampire teeth that will come out from both ends of the rectangle.
- Draw them in such a way that the teeth looked curved towards the inner sides.
- Now use the scissors to cut the teeth and soften any rough edges using the emery board.
- Place the fangs in your kid’s mouth over their teeth and help them hold it in place.
- Try making the kid vampire teeth to complement the vampire outfit.
Point to Consider3. Using plaster of Paris
You Will Need:
- Plaster of Paris
- Aluminum foil
- Alginate (made of marine algae, used for casting and molding)
How To:
- Roughly measure your top front teeth and cut an aluminum foil as the measurement, in a U-shape.
- Place the cut aluminum foil into your child’s mouth and ask them to gently bite down on it. Press it over their teeth so that its shape is engraved onto the foil.
- Next, mix the alginate with a tablespoon of water. Then pour this mixture on the aluminum foil tray that you just created with the impression of their teeth on it.
- Put the aluminum foil tray with the alginate mixture on it into your child’s mouth and ask them to bite on it again. Remember to tell your child to swallow it.
- Wait for a few seconds before pulling the tray out. Leave it aside to dry, while you have your child wash their mouth thoroughly.
- Remove the aluminum foil from the set alginate. While the alginate is still soft, try shaping the teeth by extending them. Start with the canines. Gently pull them downwards to make them look like fangs.
- Next, mix the plaster of Paris with water and pour the mixture into the alginate tray. Ensure there are no air pockets as you fill the tray with the mixture.
- Once dried, remove the alginate tray and you have a vampire teeth set made of plaster of Paris.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can vampire’s teeth be removed?
Fake vampire teeth put on without glue can be removed without any hassles. The fangs that come in kits use an adhesive that can be removed easily.
2. Are plastic vampire teeth safe?
Making a vampire’s tooth is a convenient and cost-friendly activity. But it can pose serious health risks, such as the jagged plastic part can even cut through your gums if it’s not filed properly. Also, there could be a risk of swallowing if it’s not fixed correctly.
3. How do I keep vampire fangs from falling out?
The most widely used adhesives to fix fake fangs are denture glues, acrylic resins, and thermoplastic beads.
4. Can I use nail glue for vampire’s teeth?
Using nail glue or super glue for putting on fake fangs may cause discoloration and scarring of the teeth and adjacent teeth. Moreover, removing an artificial tooth fixed with nail glue might be difficult.
5. How do I make fake teeth out of clay?
Knead white clay to make it warm and malleable. Cut it into small pieces as per the desired shape and size. You may bake them to harden.
Children are fascinated by mythical scary stories where vampires, undead creatures of the night who has the ability to transform into bats, play an integral part. Immortal vampires such as Count Dracula have entertained generations and continue their mysterious journey through animations such as Hotel Transylvania. This is one of the reasons why vampire costumes are among the most-wanted Halloween costumes for kids. The one thing that distinguishes vampires from humans is their long canines or fangs. Hence, vampire teeth are an inseparable part of vampire costumes for kids. Vampire teeth for kids can be made at home following some simple steps. These false fangs can slay an eerie vampire look during Halloween or can be used for a vampire-themed party. However, make sure your child has the teeth secured properly to prevent choking.g.
Infographic: When Should A Child Not Use Vampire Teeth For Play?
A set of vampire teeth is a perfect Halloween prop and is popular among children. However, be mindful if your child insists on becoming a vampire and wearing those false teeth this Halloween season or at a theme-based party. In this infographic, we’ve presented a few conditions for not using vampire teeth for children.
Illustration: Momjunction Design Team
Key Pointers
- Vampire teeth are easy to make and great additions to kids’ Halloween costumes.
- Artificial vampire teeth can be made from materials such as plaster of Paris, white-friendly plastic, or polypropylene pellets.
- Vampire teeth can also be made from everyday items such as empty and clean plastic bottles.
- Prioritize safety and avoid using hot glue to stick the fake teeth.
Illustration: How To Make Vampire Teeth For Kids?
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Learn how to make spooky paper origami vampire fangs for your Halloween costume! Perfect for a Dracula or vampire look.
Personal Experience: Source
MomJunction articles include first-hand experiences to provide you with better insights through real-life narratives. Here are the sources of personal accounts referenced in this article.
i. How I make my vampire teeth;https://www.youtube.com/shorts/bfK0j2u4hV0
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