Easter is a holiday filled with color, joy, and sweet traditions—but when it comes to your teeth, it’s the perfect time to bite into better habits. Choosing the right candies (and knowing when to enjoy them) can help you protect your smile while still savoring the fun.

Candy Culprits to Limit

Sticky candies like jelly beans, caramels, and marshmallow-filled treats are tough on your teeth. They tend to cling to enamel, giving cavity-causing bacteria more time to thrive. Sour candies are also risky—not only are they sugary, but their acidic content can weaken enamel and lead to sensitivity.

Smarter Sweets to Savor

If you’re looking for a safer sweet, go for solid chocolate. It melts quickly, doesn’t stick, and is generally less harmful than chewy or hard candies. Dark chocolate is an even better option thanks to its lower sugar content. Peanut butter eggs and chocolate-covered nuts are also great additions to an Easter basket.

Tips to Keep Teeth Happy

Enjoy your candy right after meals, when saliva is already working to rinse away sugars. Follow up with a glass of water to help flush your mouth clean, and always brush and floss at the end of the day. Try to avoid snacking on candy throughout the day—it keeps sugar in constant contact with your teeth.

This Easter, bite into better habits and keep your teeth strong, clean, and cavity-free.

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