Sweet Smiles, Not Scary Cavities — Halloween Tips for Candy from Your Kitsilano Family Dentist

Halloween brings excitement, costumes, and candy — lots of it! 🍬 While a few treats are perfectly fine, too much sugar can leave little teeth feeling haunted. At Lee Family Dentistry in Kitsilano, we’re all about balance — helping families enjoy the fun and protect their smiles.

Here are our top tips to keep Halloween smiles cavity-free:

🍫 1. Choose Candy Wisely

Soft chocolates are less harmful than sticky, chewy, or sour candies. Caramels, gummies, and lollipops stick to enamel and feed cavity-causing bacteria. Encourage your kids to enjoy chocolate instead — it melts away quickly and is easier to rinse off.

⏰ 2. Treat Time, Not Snack Time

Have candy right after meals, not throughout the day. Saliva is already active after eating, which helps wash away sugars and neutralize acids.

🚿 3. Rinse, Brush, Repeat

After candy time, have kids rinse with water or chew sugar-free gum if brushing isn’t possible. Before bed, make sure they brush for two full minutes — especially along the gumline.

🎁 4. Set a Candy Plan

Let kids pick their favourites and store or donate the rest (such as the Salvation Army on East Cordova). It teaches moderation and prevents endless sugar snacking.

🦷 5. Book a Post-Halloween Checkup

After all the spooky fun of late October, it’s the perfect time for a dental cleaning. Plus, most dental insurance plans reset in January — so use your benefits before they disappear like a ghost! 👻

📅 Book your year-end visit today by calling 604 736 7372 and keep those smiles bright all season long. We'd love to see you soon! Here's a list of our services>>