10/16/2026
🎃🍬 Happy Friday! Halloween Is Creeping Up on Us! 👻🦷
The costumes are coming out, the pumpkins are glowing, and before we know it, little ghosts and goblins will be knocking on doors asking for treats! 🧙♀️🍭
If you're stocking up for trick-or-treaters, you don't have to hand out candy that’s all sugar! 😉 Here are a few options that can be a little kinder to teeth and still bring plenty of Halloween fun:
🍫 Dark chocolate squares — Chocolate tends to wash away more easily than sticky candy, and dark chocolate often has less sugar than milk chocolate.
🍫 Individually wrapped chocolate treats — Plain chocolate is generally a better choice for teeth than gooey, sticky, or chewy sweets.
🍿 Mini bags of popcorn — A fun, non-candy option for older kids who can safely eat it.
🥨 Pretzel snack packs — A crunchy alternative for kids who enjoy a salty snack.
🧃 Sugar-free gum — A treat for older kids; chewing sugar-free gum after eating can help stimulate saliva.
🎁 Non-food goodies — Stickers, glow sticks, temporary tattoos, pencils, and Halloween trinkets can be a big hit, too!
🦷 Dr. E’s tooth-friendly reminder: No candy is completely risk-free for teeth, but sticky, chewy sweets and frequent snacking can be especially tough on enamel. Enjoy treats in moderation, drink water, and brush twice a day!
Let's make Halloween fun, festive, and full of healthy smiles! 😁💙
What’s your favorite treat to hand out on Halloween? Tell us below! 👇🎃