New Jersey’s Guide To The Best And Worst Halloween Candy For Your Teeth

We're just days away from the biggest candy day of the year! Better get your toothbrush ready.

And make sure you stock up on the toothpaste, too. Both will be working overtime in the days and weeks after Halloween, brushing away all that sugar and stickiness before it turns into a trip to the dentist!

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Certain candies are considered worse than others.

Not what you want to hear if you're a big fan of all those delicious, sticky, and chewy treats!

Let's start with the good news: the "best" Halloween candy for your teeth...and by "best," I mean "not as bad."

Of course, no candy is truly tooth-friendly, but according to Village Family Dental, these are the ones that get a "cautious thumbs up." I'm thrilled to hear chocolate is on this list!

Not So Bad Halloween Candy For Your Teeth

- Chocolate (especially dark chocolate)

- Sugar-Free Candy and Gum

- Powdery Candies (like Smarties)

- Peanut Butter Cups

- Dark Chocolate with Nuts

Now for the candy that causes the most problems.

The Worst Halloween Candy For Your Teeth

- Sticky, Chewy Candies (like caramels, gummies, and taffy)

- Sour Candy

- Lollipops and Hard Candies

- Candy-Coated Caramels (like Milk Duds or Sugar Babies)

- Jawbreakers

It's not a bad idea to brush your teeth a few extra times just to be safe!