Easter is filled with joy—and lots of sugar. While it’s fine to indulge in seasonal sweets, it’s important to balance the basket to protect your smile. Making smarter candy choices and following a few simple habits can help you enjoy the holiday without damaging your teeth.

What to Watch Out For

Some candies are worse for your teeth than others. Sticky treats like jelly beans, caramels, and marshmallow-filled eggs cling to enamel and keep sugar in contact with your teeth for too long. Sour candies can be just as harmful—they’re acidic and can wear down enamel quickly.

Candy That’s Easier on Teeth

Chocolate is one of the better choices, especially dark chocolate. It melts fast, doesn’t stick, and contains less sugar than many other treats. Peanut butter eggs and chocolate-covered nuts are also great options that satisfy your sweet tooth with less dental risk.

Tips for Smart Snacking

Have candy right after meals, when saliva flow is higher and better at rinsing sugar away. Follow up with a drink of water to help clear your mouth, and stick to a consistent brushing and flossing routine. Avoid grazing on candy throughout the day—constant sugar exposure puts your teeth under stress.

You don’t have to skip the sweets—just remember to balance the basket with better choices and good hygiene habits.

Protect your smile through every season—schedule your spring dental visit at Skyview Dental today! Call us at 509-707-8696 for an appointment in Moses Lake, WA. You can also request an appointment online.