Every October, little goblins, fairies, and superheroes go door to door in search of treasure. But while mountains of candy may feel like the prize at the end of a spooky adventure, sugar is a tricky villain that can lead to cavities and tooth troubles.



At Storybook Dental, we love helping families in Camas keep Halloween magical—without the cavity monsters. With a little creativity, you can fill trick-or-treat bags (and family celebrations) with goodies that keep kids smiling like glowing jack-o-lanterns.

Why Too Much Candy Can Be a Trick, Not a Treat

Candy, especially sticky or sour varieties, clings to teeth and feeds the sugar bugs (plaque) that cause cavities. Even a few nights of snacking can leave behind mischief that lingers far beyond Halloween. That’s why it helps to mix in some healthier, tooth-friendly options.

Fun, Healthy Alternatives to Halloween Candy

• Spooky Snacks: Mini bags of pretzels, popcorn, or trail mix decorated with festive stickers.
• Fang-tastic Fruits: Mandarin oranges (draw little jack-o-lantern faces on the peel!), apple slices, or raisin snack boxes.
• Magical Trinkets: Glow sticks, temporary tattoos, stickers, or Halloween pencils.
• Monster-Sized Hydration: Small bottles of water with fun labels—perfect for balancing out all that candy.
• Cheesy Smiles: Single-serve cheese sticks or packs that give little ghosts and ghouls a calcium boost.

Tips for Parents After Trick-or-Treating

• Let kids pick their favorite “treasure” pieces, then set limits for daily treats.
• Offer candy after meals instead of as stand-alone snacks.
• Encourage rinsing with water after sweets—or better yet, brushing before bedtime.

Keep Halloween Sweet Without the Scare

Halloween doesn’t have to mean sugar overload. By mixing in healthier snacks and fun non-candy treats, your family can enjoy the magic of the season—while keeping those smiles as bright as a jack-o-lantern on the porch.

Schedule Your Child’s Post-Halloween Checkup

At Storybook Dental, we’re here to help your child’s smile stay cavity-free—long after the Halloween fun is over.

Storybook Dental

2115 SE 192nd Ave, Suite 106

Camas, WA 98607

Call us today at (360) 216-1130

Email: contact@storybookdental.com

Let’s keep those jack-o-lantern grins glowing all year long!