Having braces automatically throws you into a culinary adventure! Enjoying our favourite foods and beverages is something many of us take for granted. Canyon Dental can help you avoid having food stuck in your braces. A little education goes a long way.
Some of our favourite soft foods for braces include:
- Yogurt, milk and puddings
- Cheese
- Tofu
- Soft fruit, bananas
- Oatmeal
- Cooked grains
- Creamed soups
- Nut spreads
- Hummus
- Blended shakes and so much more!
Plan Ahead To Avoid Food Stuck In Braces
Our warm and caring dental team is happy to share our favourite tips and tricks to make living with orthodontics easier to manage. We understand it can be difficult during wire changes and that soreness in the jaw can make eating harder.
Soft foods are your friends. Plan ahead and make or prepare some delicious soups to enjoy on appointment days and for the next 72 hours. Pureeing foods in a blender also works well. Mashed potatoes and mashed up spaghetti may not look super exciting but they will taste great and satisfy. Steam your veggies to avoid having food stuck in braces and lessen your chances of embarrassing moments.
Your Ortho Travel Kit Can Combat Food Stuck In Braces
Ortho travel kits save smiles! Keep one in the glove box of your car, in your locker or desk at school and your gym bag or backpack. Your on-the-go ortho kit can include orthodontic floss, a toothbrush, toothpaste and special cleaning pics to ensure your smile is healthy and harmonious after every meal.
Brushing your teeth regularly after eating can help you avoid unsightly food particles becoming trapped in your brackets. If you are using Invisalign, ensure your appliance case is in your travel kit. Having a safe and sanitary place to store your clear aligners during mealtime is essential.
Avoid These Items to Stop Food Stuck In Braces
Your smile is one of the first things people notice. If you have 6-month smiles or traditional brackets, avoid corn on the cob, chewing meat on the bone, popcorn, hard candies, chewy toffees, candy and even whole apples. Anything you need to bite into to enjoy can become an instant red flag. One wrong bite can damage or break your wires or brackets.
While it may feel like you need to learn how to eat all over again, Canyon Dental is confident you will adjust with some patience. If you have any questions or concerns about your oral health, feel free to call us or ask at your next appointment.
Canyon Dental Is Here For Your Ortho Emergencies
It happens; brackets fall off and wires break or get bent sometimes, dogs chew on your Invisalign aligners and the list goes on! We can arrange for you to come in for a fix if and when you need it!
It is better to amend the situation ASAP as your teeth are susceptible to shifting. Don’t live with scratchy or pokey wire issues. Call Canyon Dental at the first sign of any discomfort or loose or broken dental appliances so we can fix it up and have you smiling again in no time.
Book Your Orthodontic Consultation At Canyon Dental Today
Whether you currently have braces or have been considering them, we have all the options you need. Our gentle and friendly team has the professional solutions your smile deserves.
Conveniently located in the Southcentre Mall. Stop in and say “hi,” next time you are in. Or, call us to book your next orthodontic appointment or consultation. We love giving you even more reasons to smile!
*This post originally appeared on canyondental.ca