Wearing braces can take some getting used to, but with a little guidance, you can still enjoy most of your favorite foods.
Foods to avoid
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Hard candies
Sticky foods like caramel, taffy, gummies
Lollipops
Whole apples or crunchy fruits/veggies (cut into pieces, cook)
Ice cubes
Popcorn
Hard pretzels
Nuts
Corn on the cob
Crusty bread
Thick steak or meat (cut into small pieces)
Chips
Foods you can eat
Chocolate
Milkshakes
Ice cream
Pudding
Pasta
Soup
Yogurt
Chopped up fruits
Cooked veggies
Soft bread
Corn off the cob
Soft meat (deli, fish, tender cuts)
Beans
Soft grains like rice, quinoa, oatmeal
This list is not exhaustive and there are many more foods that you can enjoy during your braces treatment. If you are unsure or have any questions about food you should or should not be eating, please contact our helpful staff.
Tips to eating successfully with braces
Cut your food into bite-sized pieces, even things like pizza and sandwiches
Cook your vegetables until soft
For a salty snack, choose soft crackers instead of chips
For bone-in meat like wings, pull the meat off with a fork and knife, not your teeth
Avoid sugary sodas and drinks
Don’t suck hard candies and avoid them entirely if possible
Call us with questions
If you have additional questions or concerns, please give us a call. We are always happy to chat and provide the information you need.
