A dentist shares five tricks for managing treats. By Alice Callahan Dr. Apoena Ribeiro is a pediatric dentist and microbiologist at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She’s also a parent ...

Here's how to enjoy it without wrecking your smile, according to dentists.

Share on Pinterest Halloween candy is all the rage during spooky season, but many popular types can lead to tooth decay and damage. Kosamtu/Getty Images Many people indulge in candy on Halloween, but ...

Each year in the U.S., approximately 35 million children go trick-or-treating on Halloween — and studies show that each child can consume up to three cups of sugar while eating the candy they collect.

More than one-third of people in the U.S. experience candy-related dental problems, including damaged crowns, according to survey results. As people dig into Halloween treats today, they may want to ...

The final months of the year tend to bring a surge in sugary treats, thanks to three major U.S. holidays: Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Whether it’s leftover Halloween candy or the pumpkin ...

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 8, 2025 (HealthDay News) — Halloween is all about costumes, candy and fun, but all that sugar can take a toll on your child’s teeth. Dr. Cheen Loo, chair of pediatric dentistry at ...

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