People who get braces often have a difficult time adjusting to having these appliances. However, it can pose an even more difficult challenge when eating with braces. Since most people do not think twice about how the food that they consume on a daily basis can affect their teeth, it can be hard for them to give up certain foods that are not ideal for eating while wearing braces.
What Not To Eat With Braces
- Hard and crunchy foods. Avoid eating things like popcorn, chips, nuts, and hard candy.
- Chewy and sticky foods. Avoid eating things like taffy, gum, licorice, fruit snacks, and gummies.
- Foods that require biting into. Avoid eating things like apples and corn on the cob.
What To Eat With Braces
- Dairy Products- yogurt, milk shakes, pudding, and soft cheeses
- Soft Grains- pasta, rice, soft breads, tortillas, pancakes, pita bread, and muffins
- Soft Fruits and Vegetables- applesauce, bananas, kiwi, zucchini, peppers, mashed potatoes, and steamed vegetables
- Meats and Seafood- salmon, tuna, ground beef, deli meat, and soft chicken
- Snack Foods- ice cream, Jell-O, crackers, smoothies, hummus, and soft pretzels
It is important to ensure that you are not eating the wrong foods, especially in order for your braces to be effective in their treatment. In the event that you have any questions or concerns about what you should or shouldn’t eat, be sure to contact your orthodontist before making the decision to eat something that may not be allowed.
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