10/30/2025
Halloween Candy Guide ๐ป๐ญ โ Whatโs the least scary for your smile?
We get it โ Halloween is a time for fun, costumes, and yesโฆ candy. ๐ฌ
But not all sweets are created equal when it comes to your teeth and overall wellness.
Hereโs how to enjoy the treats without tricking your oral health:
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Best Choices (Less Harmful):
โข Dark chocolate ๐ซ โ Low in sugar, melts quickly, and rinses off teeth easier
โข Powdery candies (like Smarties) โ Less sticky, dissolve fast
โข Sugar-free gum โ Helps stimulate saliva and neutralize acids
โ ๏ธ Limit These (Most Harmful):
โข Sticky candies (like gummies, taffy, caramel) โ cling to teeth and feed bad bacteria
โข Hard candies (like lollipops) โ long exposure to sugar + risk of chipped teeth
โข Sour candies โ high in sugar and acid = double trouble for enamel
๐ก Smart Candy Tips:
โ๏ธ Eat candy with meals โ saliva helps protect your teeth
โ๏ธ Rinse with water right after
โ๏ธ Wait 30 minutes, then brush gently
โ๏ธ Try a xylitol rinse or chew xylitol gum to neutralize acids
โ๏ธ Consider a post-Halloween dental check-up! ๐ฆทโจ
At NOVA Holistic, we believe in balance โ your kids (and you!) can enjoy the season while protecting your smile. Letโs keep it sweet and smart. ๐๐
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