Halloween is right around the corner, and while it’s a time for tricks and treats, it’s also important to remember your teeth! You don’t have to miss out on the fun—just make smarter choices for your smile. With your Delta Dental benefits, maintaining a healthy smile has never been easier. Let’s dive into a few tooth-friendly tricks to keep you smiling during this spooky season.

Tooth-friendly treats for a healthier smile

We all know candy is a part of Halloween, but some sweets are more like a nightmare for your teeth. Swap sticky, chewy candies (which like to stick around longer than a ghost) for dark chocolate, which dissolves faster and doesn’t haunt your enamel. Little changes can help you avoid a dental nightmare later. After all, 85% of U.S. adults agree that dental benefits, like yours, save money on future dental care—so you’ll avoid any scary surprises in the dentist’s chair.

Prevention is key: Don’t skip checkups

No matter what creepy crawly treats you enjoy, preventive checkups are crucial for keeping your oral health from becoming a horror story. Regular checkups can help catch issues before they turn into spooky problems—saving you from cavities, or worse! Since poor oral health contributes to millions of lost work and school hours each year, keeping your smile healthy helps you avoid a productivity nightmare, too.

Moderation keeps the cavity monsters away

Halloween is a time for enjoying treats, but don’t let the cavity monsters take control. It’s okay to enjoy your favorite treats—just be mindful of how often. For a wicked good habit, try eating candy with meals rather than snacking. This increases saliva production (think of it as your mouth’s own Ghostbusters) that wash away food particles and neutralize harmful acids, leaving your smile less vulnerable to tricks.

By making simple, smart choices this Halloween, you’ll keep your smile fang-tastic and reduce your trips to the dentist. Preventive checkups are the best trick for a treat-worthy smile.

Happy Halloween from your friends at Delta Dental of Virginia!