10/13/2026
Not all Halloween treats are brace friendly! Before you dive into your trick or treat bag, check out our guide of candies to SKIP to protect your brackets and wires. 🧡
🚫 CANDY TO AVOID
🍬 Sticky: Starburst, Laffy Taffy, caramels, and gummy bears
🍭 Hard: Jolly Ranchers, hard lollipops, and jawbreakers
🍫 Crunchy: Butterfinger, Heath bars, and chocolate with hard nuts
🍬 Chewy: Tootsie Rolls and Milk Duds
🍏 Extra risky treats: Candy apples and popcorn balls
🦷 WHY IT MATTERS: Hard, sticky, and chewy candies can break brackets, bend wires, and delay your orthodontic treatment.
✨ PRO TIP: Enjoy sweets in moderation, drink water afterward, and brush and floss carefully to keep your smile healthy!
Have a fang-tastic Halloween! 🎃 🧡