Easter baskets are a seasonal favorite, overflowing with candy and cheer. But if you want to enjoy the holiday without harming your teeth, it helps to focus on better bites, brighter smiles. A little awareness about your candy choices can go a long way.

Candies That Can Harm

Sticky candies like jelly beans, taffy, and caramel eggs tend to cling to your teeth, allowing sugar to hang around and feed cavity-causing bacteria. Sour candies can be even worse—their high acid content erodes enamel and leaves teeth more sensitive to damage.

Choose Wisely This Easter

Solid chocolate is a safer sweet, especially dark chocolate. It dissolves quickly and is less likely to linger on tooth surfaces. Chocolate-covered almonds or peanut butter-filled eggs offer flavor with less sugar exposure and are less damaging than sticky, chewy treats.

Keep Your Smile in Shape

Enjoy sweets after meals, when saliva production is naturally increased to help rinse away sugar. Sip water after eating candy to flush out food particles, and always brush and floss before bed. Try not to snack on sweets throughout the day, as continuous sugar contact raises your risk for decay.

With the right choices and good habits, you can fully enjoy the holiday and still embrace better bites, brighter smiles.

Celebrate the season with confidence—schedule your spring dental visit at Smile Carolina Dental Group today! Call us at 843-438-6438 for an appointment in Mt. Pleasant, SC. You can also make an appointment online.