Parenting is all about finding a balance between what makes your child happy and what’s good for them. There’s no time of the year when that’s truer than Halloween. If your kids had their way, they’d probably gorge themselves on sugar morning, noon, and night. While you shouldn’t let them go that far, your child can still have a sweet October without the cavities. Knowing that some candies are better for their teeth than others, and which is which, is important to making decisions about what your family should eat. In that spirit, here’s a brief rundown of common Halloween candies, how likely they are to cause tooth decay, and why.
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